Nigerian aviation destroys illegal refineries

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) says it has destroyed some illegal crude oil refining sites and boats in Rivers, Report informs, citing foreign media.

In a statement, Edward Gabkwet, NAF spokesperson, said the attacks were carried out on Sunday on the sites located at Cawthorne Channels, Bille and Gogokori in Degema LGA of Rivers.

He said a Cotonou boat observed to be loaded with illegally refined products and heading into open waters was also engaged and destroyed at Gogokori.

He said similar strikes were also carried out in two locations in Idama of Akuku‐Toru LGA and Omoma in Degema LGA of the state.

Gabkwet said it appeared illegal oil refining was being done at the sites with reservoirs suspected to contain refined products.