A crackdown on crude oil theft has resulted in the arrest of four suspects. They were taken into custody along with a large quantity of petroleum products. The suspects attempted to flee but were intercepted by a patrol team. A principal suspect was among those caught.

The operation was conducted based on intelligence about illegal activities. Items recovered during the operation include a significant amount of suspected illegally refined products.

Further details about the arrest and the operation are available, including the role of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps in taking custody of the suspects and the seized products.