Rear Admiral Oladele Daji: Pirates Using Tarkwa Bay as a Sanctuary for Criminal Activities
The recent eviction notice served to residents of Tarkwa-Bay in Lagos was explained by the Commander of Operation Awatse, Rear Admiral Oladele Daji.
Rear Admiral Daji justified the clearance operation, known as Operation Kuronbe (Yoruba word for Leave There), by stating that Tarkwa-Bay serves as a hideout for sea robbers and is officially designated as a non-residential area.
During an appearance on the breakfast program 'Sunrise Daily' on Channels Television, the Navy official emphasized that the evacuation operation resulted in no casualties. He maintained that pirates are drawn to Tarkwa-Bay due to the lack of security in the area.
He elaborated, stating:
“Analyzing the geographical location of Tarkwa Bay, it is positioned to the South West of the two major ports in Lagos...