The Nigerian Navy said it has, through personnel of Forward Operating Base (FOB) FORMOSO, recorded a significant operational success in the ongoing fight against crude oil theft and pipeline vandalism in the Niger Delta.
The Navy said that on 25 April 2026, FOB FORMOSO personnel, acting on credible intelligence, conducted a well-coordinated raid at Egbama-Angalabiri in Ekeremo Local Government Area of Bayelsa State.
A statement signed by Captain Abiodun Folorunsho, Director of Naval Information, said the operation led to the arrest of one Mr. Godwin, also known as “Idiot,” identified as the leader of a notorious pipeline vandalism syndicate operating within the Clough Creek axis.
It said the successful operation followed sustained intelligence and surveillance, which confirmed the suspect’s involvement in recent attacks on critical oil and gas infrastructure, as well as details of his residence and movement patterns.
It said the suspect was apprehended at a nearby night market where he was reportedly extorting illegal levies from traders.
According to the statement, during a follow-on operation to search his residence, naval personnel encountered resistance from armed members of the syndicate, adding that the situation was swiftly brought under control through a coordinated tactical response, forcing the assailants to withdraw.
“A search of the suspect’s residence led to the recovery of two handheld radios and other technical tools used in illegal activities. Further exploitation of intelligence obtained from the suspect resulted in the arrest of another individual, Mr. Happiness, believed to be an associate, as well as the recovery of one pump-action gun,” it added.
It said the arrested suspects have been handed over to the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps for further investigation and prosecution.
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