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NSCDC hailed in its fight against illegal mining
NSCDC hailed in its fight against illegal mining
By: Michael Mike
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps’ (NSCDC) effort to clean up nation’s mining industry through its Special Mining Marshals’ execute strategic operations nationwide has continue to yield positive dividends. With the recent wave of enforcement activities, led by the Commander of the NSCDC Mining Marshal, ACC Attah John Onoja.
In a press statement from CSC Afolabi Babawale, the National Public Relations Officer, Abuja, the overt and covert operation by the Marshal has not only disrupted illegal mining operations but has also significantly boosted compliance with industry’s rule regulations.
Stakeholders in the mining industry have also expressed excitement and have commended the NSCDC under the able leadership of Commandant General Ahmed Abubakar Audi mni OFR PhD over the progress made by the Special Mining Marshals, noting that their efforts have led to a safer and more regulated sector.
The commendation was made recently by the Director General of the Nigerian Geological Survey Agency ,
Professor Olusegun Omoniyi Ige during a stakeholders meeting with the NSCDC special Mining Marshal Commander, attributed the overwhelming compliance with mining guidelines to the tenacious work of the NSCDC mining marshals.
According to him, “The continued arrests and clampdown in illegal miners have forced others to comply with the operational rules and regulation in the mining sector and gradually sanity is returning to the economically viable sector of the nation” .
The meeting was an avenue to further strengthened the existing synergy between both agencies in attaining a safer and better mining sector in Nigeria.
The Special Mining Marshals, a dedicated task force under the purposeful leadership of Dr Abubakar Ahmed Audi mni , have been relentless in their mission to secure mining areas, protect legal mining title holders, and ensure adherence to regulatory frameworks. Their operations have effectively dislodged illegal miners and criminal elements, strengthening the integrity of Nigeria’s mining sector.
With the surge in compliance, stakeholders believe the ongoing enforcement will create an enabling environment for sustainable mining activities, attract investment, and curb the environmental degradation often associated with illegal mining.
NSCDC hailed in its fight against illegal mining
Security forces foil kidnapping attempt at Government Girls’ College in Bauchi
By: Zagazola Makama
Security forces have foiled an attempted kidnapping at Government Girls’ College in Bauchi, Bauchi State, in the early hours of Saturday, sources said.
The incident reportedly occurred at about 4:42 a.m. on March 15 when unidentified persons attempted to gain entry into the school premises through the fence near the staff quarters.
Security personnel on guard duty, supported by a patrol team, responded swiftly to the situation. On sighting the approaching officers, the suspected kidnappers abandoned their mission and fled the area.
The development caused brief panic within the school as students raised alarm and ran within the premises. However, no student was harmed or molested during the incident.
Police said the situation has been brought under control, while the school premises remain under close surveillance. Investigations are ongoing to identify and apprehend the suspects.
Security forces foil kidnapping attempt at Government Girls’ College in Bauchi
Man rescued by security forced after abduction in Fika, suspects flee
By: Zagazola Makama
A 35-year-old man, Haruna Abdul, was rescued unhurt after being abducted from his residence in Fali Village, Gashinge, Fika Local Government Area of Yobe State, security sources confirmed on Monday.
The incident, which occurred on March 14, involved unknown assailants armed with bows, arrows, and matches, who reportedly invaded Abdul’s home and forcibly abducted him.
During the attempted transport of the victim to an undisclosed location, police and vigilante groups promptly pursued the kidnappers to Gubana in Fune LGA, Yobe State.
The kidnappers reportedly abandoned Abdul along with a seized motorcycle, described as kasere red in color without registration number, before fleeing into the bush.
The victim has since been reunited with his family, while authorities continue efforts to apprehend the fleeing suspects for prosecution.
Man rescued by security forced after abduction in Fika, suspects flee
Stray bullet injures man in Tsafe following dispute involving military personnel
By: Zagazola Makama
A 38-year-old man sustained gunshot injuries in Tsafe Township, Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State, after a misunderstanding involving a military personnel attached to Operation FANSAN YANMA.
Sources said the incident occurred at about 8:45 p.m. on March 14 in the Sahara area when the military personnel, who was in possession of a serviceable rifle, attempted to apprehend one of several youths from Sabon Fegi area.
According to sources , the youths resisted and overpowered the soldier, who reportedly fired his rifle to escape. A stray bullet hit a passerby, identified as Abdulrazak Abdullahi Kayode, in the stomach.
The injured man was initially taken to General Hospital Tsafe before being referred to Federal Medical Centre, Gusau, for further treatment.
Sources said the situation has been brought under control, and investigations into the incident are ongoing.
Residents have been urged to remain calm while authorities look into the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Stray bullet injures man in Tsafe following dispute involving military personnel
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