By Akpokona Omafuaire
Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited has arrested and set ablaze a speed boat with Yamaha 75 Engine conveying unquantified illegally refined diesel on Wednesday.
The boat was intercepted by Tantita Security operatives at Orubiri flow station, along Okrika River, in Okrika Local Government Area, Rivers State.
The arrest was during a tour led by Tantita Co-ordinator of Community Relations Department, Mr. Seimode Akposafagha from their head office, Warri, Delta State.
There were three suspects including a woman in the boat at the time of arrest.
Tantita representative in Rivers State, Chief Reuben Clifford Wilson said oil blocks are Federal Government's assets, adding that those who are still on the illegal activities should have a rethink and stop otherwise they will face the wrath of law.
Pastor Reuben further said that any boats used for this illegal operations would continue to be set ablaze anytime they are caught.
“Oil blocks are Federal Government's assets and is trying within its power to ensure that this illegality is stopped to enable Nigerians benefit from these oil blocks in this country, and we will not allow the oil thieves to destroy our dear nation's assets with their illegality." Reuben said.
“Oil blocks are Federal Government's assets and is trying within its power to ensure that this illegality is stopped to enable Nigerians benefit from these oil blocks in this country, and we will not allow the oil thieves to destroy our dear nation's assets with their illegality." Reuben said.
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