The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has shut down an illegal mining site in Nasarawa State as part of a heightened campaign against illicit mining operations.
The raid, led by Commander ACC Attah John Onoja, marks the latest in a series of actions aimed at curbing illegal mining activities following recent arrests of foreign nationals and local operators involved in the trade.
Commander Onoja highlighted the urgent need to tackle illegal mining, emphasizing its damaging effects on Nigeria’s economy and security. He condemned the operations as acts of economic sabotage that threaten the nation’s prosperity and impede GDP growth.
The NSCDC’s ongoing efforts underscore the government’s commitment to securing Nigeria’s mining sector and fostering a lawful and prosperous industry.
