NSCDC seals two illegal mining sites in Anambra crackdown
NSCDC in Anambra seals two illegal mining sites in Ogbaru and Idemili North. This crackdown aims to protect mineral resources and curb illegal mining activ Read More: https://punchng.com/nscdc-seals-two-illegal-mining-sites-in-anambra-crackdown/
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Anambra State Command has dismantled two unauthorized mining operations in Atani, Ogbaru Local Government Area, and Iyienu, Ogidi, in Idemili North Local Government Area. The operation, conducted in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Solid Minerals Development, aimed to safeguard the country's mineral resources and combat illegal mining.
Head of Media and Tactical Operations, Okadigbo Edwin, revealed this in a statement, disclosing that the sites lacked valid documentation to authorize their activities. After intelligence gathering and surveillance, the enforcement team raided the sites and recovered various exhibits, including equipment and tools. Despite the suspects fleeing the scene, the NSCDC emphasized that such actions would not protect them from arrest and prosecution.
The State Commandant, Maku Olatunde, commended the joint enforcement team for their efforts to protect natural resources and the environment, stressing the urgency of addressing land degradation and environmental violations.
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