Military uncovers over 50 illegal refineries in Bayelsa forest

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Niger Delta “Operation Delta Safe (OPDS)” has uncovered 50 illegal refining sites at the Biseni forest in Yenagoa Local Government Area of Bayelsa State...

According to the commander, illegal refining of stolen crude oil was carried out at the sites on daily basis before it was busted by the military.

He said he had earlier warned oil thieves in the area to desist from the illegal business or relocate to another area. “Today like I said we are not going to relent and is work in progress. We will not get tired, we will continue, we are in Biseni in Yenagoa LGA of Bayelsa. We transverse from Ahoada West LGA, of Rivers to reach this point, the most surprising thing is that this place we are now is housing over 50 cooking sites with unique arrangements.

 

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