Commandant-General’s Special Intelligence Squad Foils Illegal Oil Bunkering Operation in Rivers State.

In a significant blow to oil pipeline vandals and illegal petroleum dealers, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has arrested two suspects and destroyed artisanal oil refining sites in Rivers State.

The operation, carried out by the Commandant-General’s Special Intelligence Squad (SIS), targeted illegal oil bunkering activities at Obeama Creeks. The squad seized various sizes of locally fabricated ovens, illegal oil bunkering materials, and a large tampauline dugout pit.

The arrests and destruction of the refining sites mark a major escalation in the fight against oil pipeline vandalism and illegal dealings in petroleum products.

According to NSCDC officials, the suspects are currently in custody and will face prosecution.

The Commandant-General’s Special Intelligence Squad has vowed to continue its crackdown on oil pipeline vandals and illegal petroleum dealers, protecting Nigeria’s economy and natural resources.

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Federal High Court Cracks Down on Currency Racketeers: Two Sentenced to Six Months Imprisonment.

In a significant move to combat currency manipulation, Justice E.U. Akpan of the Federal High Court in Ibadan, Oyo State, has sentenced two individuals, Suleiman Kolawole Nurudeen and Yekeen Kazeem Ayoade, to six months imprisonment each for currency racketeering. The duo was arraigned by the Ibadan Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on a one-count charge bordering on naira abuse.

The Crime:
The convicts sold N50,000 denominations issued by the Central Bank of Nigeria for N60,000, violating Section 21 (4) of the Central Bank Act 2007.

The Sentence:
Justice Akpan convicted and sentenced the pair to six months imprisonment or an option of fine of N50,000. They also forfeited N224,000 and a Moniepoint Point of Sale (POS) to the Federal Government.

Background:
Nurudeen and Ayoade were arrested on February 20, 2024, and arraigned on May 24, 2024. Their guilty plea led to a swift conviction.

This ruling demonstrates the EFCC’s commitment to combating financial crimes and maintaining the integrity of Nigeria’s currency. Similar cases have been reported in Port Harcourt, where Azubuike Mamwu Obasi was jailed for currency racketeering.

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Nigerian Banker Killed in Foiled Kidnap Attempt in Abia.

A chilling incident unfolded in Umuahia, Abia State, on Monday, October 28, when a Zenith Bank employee, Victor Udensi, was fatally shot by unknown gunmen while resisting a kidnapping attempt.

Details of the Attack

According to Abia State Commissioner of Police, CP Danladi Isa, Udensi was accosted by three armed men operating in a Keke (tricycle) around 8 pm at the Isi Court Axis of Olokoro in Umuahia South. The assailants attempted to force Udensi into the boot of his car, but he bravely resisted.

Fatal Consequences

As Udensi tried to escape, the gunmen shot him in the back, leaving him in a pool of blood. The attackers then attempted to start his car but were unsuccessful. They subsequently targeted another driver in a Camry, shooting him dead when he resisted handing over his car key.

 Third Victim

In their frantic getaway, the assailants fatally shot another Keke driver who they felt was obstructing their movement near Ubakala.

 Police Response

CP Isa condemned the attack and assured that the police will leave no stone unturned in apprehending the perpetrators.

 Investigation Ongoing

The Abia State Police Command has launched a thorough investigation into the incident, urging anyone with information to come forward.

This tragic incident highlights the escalating security concerns in Nigeria and the need for increased vigilance and cooperation between law enforcement agencies and citizens.