Mr Doguwa lauded the recent achievements of the military and other security agencies in uncovering facilities used to deprive the country of its crude oil.
He lamented that the scourge of oil theft impedes government’s ability to carry out critical projects for Nigeria’s prosperity.
The Senate consequently urged the committees to present its report on the investigation in six weeks.
“Oil theft is one of the reasons why Nigeria cannot meet her OPEC daily production quota,’’ he said.
The suspects were arrested alongside unspecified crude oil stored in paraffin bags, motorcycles, wheelbarrows and jerrycans.
He said Niger Delta activists would ensure that the wealth of the people was used judiciously for the common good of the region and its people.
Mr Adamu said after the conviction and sentencing by the court, MT Heroic Idun and its owners were mandated to pay conviction fines and restitution.
Labour and employment minister Chris Ngige said at the 8th meeting of the National Employment Council on Friday in Abuja.
The disbandment followed reports that operatives of the unit were likely involved in oil theft and related crimes.
“Let everybody check his own part and do the right thing. That is what I will advocate. The blame is not just on oil companies,” said NOSDRA director-general.
