Thursday, May 14, 2026 - The Nigerian Navy said it has intensified efforts to curb cross-border fuel smuggling with the recovery of over 6,000 litres of Premium Motor Spirit, PMS, during a targeted operation along the Badagry-Ajara axis in Lagos State.
The navy said the operation was conducted by personnel of
Forward Operating Base, FOB, Badagry following intelligence reports on the
activities of smugglers operating within the area.
A statement signed by Captain Abiodun Folorunsho said that
the mission formed part of ongoing efforts to disrupt illegal fuel trafficking
routes and restrict the movement of petroleum products through unauthorized
border corridors.
“During the operation, naval personnel discovered about 240
jerrycans of 25 litres each of PMS concealed and prepared for illegal movement
through the Badagry border waterways,” the statement said.
“The products were subsequently recovered and evacuated to
FOB Badagry for further necessary action in accordance with established
procedures.”
It said the operation highlights the Nigerian Navy’s
sustained focus on dismantling the logistics chain supporting trans-border
smuggling activities, particularly the illegal diversion of petroleum products
through maritime and littoral routes.
It added that Navy remains committed to maintaining
operational pressure across strategic border corridors and denying criminal
networks the freedom to exploit the maritime environment for economic sabotage.
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