{
  "id": 1606668,
  "title": "UN, NSCDC move against terror funding, Illegal mining",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/18/un-nscdc-move-against-terror-funding-illegal-mining-1606668",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-18T01:49:05.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch",
    "slug": "punch",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/un-nscdc-move-against-terror-funding-illegal-mining/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) called for greater collaboration between Nigeria's Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Mining Marshals and international law enforcement agencies as illegal mining, organized crime, and terrorism become increasingly interconnected across West Africa. During a strategic visit to the NSCDC's Mining Marshals Corps, the UNODC expressed its appreciation for the specialized unit's efforts in combating illegal mining and related criminal activities. The visit, led by Tullio Santini from the UNODC's Terrorism Prevention Branch, highlighted the rising number of arrests and prosecutions as a testament to Nigeria's commitment to tackling illicit trade. The initiative aims to strengthen regional partnerships and review ongoing field operations, with a focus on disrupting the financial and operational links between organized criminal networks and terrorist groups.",
  "summary": "The UN and NSCDC are collaborating to disrupt terror funding linked to illegal mining in Nigeria. Learn about the CONNECT Initiative and efforts to combat Read More: https://punchng.com/un-nscdc-move-against-terror-funding-illegal-mining/",
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      {
        "outlet": "Punch Nigeria",
        "title": "UN, NSCDC move against terror funding, Illegal mining",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/18/un-nscdc-move-against-terror-funding-illegal-mining",
        "published": "2026-08-18T01:26:50.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}