Mining Marshals hail Nigerian Army for handing over illegal miners
He further assured stakeholders in the solid minerals industry that the Mining Marshals remain resolute in enforcing the provisions of the Nigerian Minerals and Mining Act and safeguarding the nation’s mineral wealth from illegal exploitation.
The Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Mining Marshals have commended the Nigerian Army for synergy and cooperation in the fight against illegal mining, following the arrest and handover of 18 suspected illegal miners apprehended at an illegal mining site in Izom, Gurara Local Government Area of Niger State.
Also lending his voice, Abdul Ben of the Open Dialogue Initiative praised the Nigerian Army for what he described as a professional operation, noting that the military’s intervention has further strengthened ongoing efforts to curb illegal mining activities across the country.
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