Nigeria eyes tougher penalties as head of armed forces told to prioritise ‘war on oil theft’

National Assembly members again promise harsher penalties for stealing oil, as President Bola Tinubu directs top military brass to rapidly curb oil theft

Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu.
Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu.Photo: AFP/SCANPIX
Published 17 July 2024, 12:20Updated 17 July 2024, 12:20
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