The Federal High Court in Abuja has issued an Order of Interim Forfeiture for properties suspected to be linked to unlawful activities, including illegal bunkering.
The order, under Suit No. FHC/ABJ/CS/1488/2024, was granted on November 29, 2024, by Hon. Justice Nkeonye Evelyn Maha.
According to the Nigeria Police Force, the properties, which include several vehicles and equipment, were allegedly used in facilitating criminal activities.
Among the forfeited items are multiple Toyota Camry vehicles, a Man Diesel truck, and other assets recovered from locations across Nigeria.
Details of the forfeited properties, including their registration numbers and recovery locations, were published as part of the court directive.
The interim forfeiture was requested by the Inspector General of Police’s Special Taskforce on Petroleum and Illegal Bunkering.
The task force is investigating claims that the assets are proceeds of unlawful activities or were used in the commission of such crimes.
The court order allows any individual or entity with a vested interest in the properties to appear in court to prove why the forfeiture should not be made permanent.
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Interested parties have been advised to present their claims before the court within the stipulated period.
Failure to do so will result in the permanent transfer of the properties to the Federal Government.
This development is part of ongoing efforts by the Nigeria Police Force and other agencies to clamp down on illegal oil activities and ensure accountability for crimes against the nation’s economy.
The Nigeria Police Force has urged the public to report suspicious activities and promised transparency in the process.
The Force Headquarters reiterated its commitment to upholding the rule of law and emphasized that all actions are taken in accordance with court orders and due process.
