Nigerian Navy recovers 6,000 litres of petrol in Lagos during fuel‑smuggling operation.

The Nigerian Navy announced that it has stepped up its campaign to stop cross‑border fuel smuggling, having seized more than 6,000 litres of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) during a focused operation along the Badagry‑Ajara route in Lagos State.

The operation was carried out by personnel from Forward Operating Base (FOB) Badagry after receiving intelligence about smuggler activity in the area.

A statement signed by Captain Abiodun Folorunsho explained that the mission was part of ongoing efforts to break up illegal fuel trafficking routes and to limit 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 read.

“The products were subsequently recovered and evacuated to FOB Badagry for further necessary action in accordance with established procedures.”

The statement said the operation underscores the Nigerian Navy’s continued focus on dismantling the logistics chain that supports trans‑border smuggling, especially the illicit diversion of petroleum products via maritime and littoral routes.

It added that the Navy remains committed to maintaining operational pressure across strategic border corridors and to denying criminal networks the opportunity to exploit the maritime environment for economic sabotage.