By ZAKAA LAZARUS, LAGOS
The Nigerian Navy has intercepted 500 litres of products suspected to be illegally sourced Automotive Gas Oil (AGO) and substances suspected to be Cannabis sativa during an operation in Folu Community, Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos State.
The operation was conducted by personnel of Forward Operating Base (FOB) LEKKI on 24 August 2026, as part of ongoing efforts to curb the illegal trade and storage of petroleum products as well as the proliferation of illicit drugs within the Base’s Area of Operations, the Navy said in a statement.
According to the statement signed by Navy Captain Abiodun Folorunsho, Director Naval Information, the suspects fled the location before they could be apprehended.
The recovered exhibits were subsequently secured and conveyed to the Base for further investigation and appropriate action in accordance with established procedures.
The Navy said the operation underscores its commitment to disrupting activities that threaten national economic interests, public safety and security within its Area of Operations.
