Security operatives have foiled an attempted attack on Dangote Refinery, Lekki Free Trade Zone in Lagos State, the police, in Lagos State, have said.
According to a report by NAN, the police spokesperson, said in a statement, Benjamin Hundeyin, on Tuesday, that the attack occurred at the early hours, on Monday.
He said the armed hoodlums were repelled while attempting to cart away already-installed armored cables in the refinery.
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“The hoodlums about 20, who gained access to the refinery through the lagoon side, were repelled.
“On sighting security operatives, they fled the scene.”
Mr. Hundeyin said that one of the hoodlums lost his life.
“One of the hoodlums was hit in the ensuing gunfire and died on the way to the hospital.
“Investigation has commenced with a view to arresting the fleeing attackers.
“On the directive of the Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Abiodun Alabi, security at the refinery has been fortified,” he said.
