Mr Kangye said the troops of Operation Delta Safe foiled oil theft worth over N263.8 million.
Mr Kangye said the neutralised kingpin lived on endless bouts of pentazocine to sustain his cruelty and heinous activities.
Mr Kangye said the troops had sustained operational tempo against crude oil thieves and other criminals in the Niger Delta.
The army stated that the operation marked a significant blow to criminals.
He added that troops discovered and destroyed 16 crude oil cooking ovens.
Mr Kangye stated that the troops rescued 173 kidnap victims while over 204 terrorists and family members surrendered.
Mr Kangye stated that the criminals were handed over to the appropriate authorities for necessary action.
Mr Kangye said the military had sustained operational tempo against crude oil thieves and other criminals in Niger Delta.
Mr Kangye said the troops during the week foiled oil theft worth N869.2 million.
Mr Kangye stated. “The military will not fold their hands and allow some of our critical infrastructures to be destroyed by criminals.’’
