Four suspected illegal petroleum products dealers have been arrested by the Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps (NSCDC) in Anambra State at various locations in the state.
The suspects, Sunday Nwaogu, 37, Ejike Nelson, 42, Emeka Okolo, 45, and Tochukwu Okonkwo were arrested by the anti-vandalism team of the command following credible Intelligence.
Addressing newsmen on Wednesday in Awka, State Commandant, Vincent Ogu said Sunday Nwaogu of Imoha, Mgbidi Oru East LGA of Imo State was intercepted at Ihiala in a white Hiarce Bus with registration number EBONYI AKL 518 XP filled with suspected Automotive Gas Oil (AGO) (diesel).
He added that Ejike Nelson and Emeka Okolo of the same address were intercepted at Ihiala on their way to deliver the adulterated product at their final destination.
The state commandant noted that 50 Bags of suspected adulterated DPK(Petrol) loaded in a Nissan Bus with registration no: ENUGU ENU 514 XV was recovered from the suspects by the Anti Vandal team of the corps after being intimated of the activities of the syndicates who specialize in transporting the adulterated products in and around the State.
According to Ogu, Tochukwu Okonkwo of Eziowelle in Idemili North LGA of Anambra State was on his way to Ugwuoba Oji River LGA of Enugu State with suspected adulterated AGO approximately 27 bags staked in Nissan Quest Bus with registration no: LAGOS GT 538 EKY at Immigration junction, Agu Awka when he was arrested.
He also hinted that all the suspects would be charged after investigations were concluded.
Stressing the economic sabotage associated with illegal activities, Vincent stated that the Command will sustain this force and ensure that criminally minded individuals will not see the state as safe haven to operate.
He further called on the public to support the corps progress with credible intelligence and information to execute their mandate.
