The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has arrested seven suspects for illegal blasting activities in Ondo State.
The NSCDC Public Relations Officer in the state, Daniel Aidamenbor, disclosed this in a statement on Thursday in Akure.
Aidamenbor said the suspects were arrested by operatives attached to the command’s mines and steel unit in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Mines headed by Mr. Mayowa Omosebi.
He said: “The suspects, all residents of Akure but indigenes of different states, were arrested on Thursday, 21 May at Agbogbo Area along Ilesa–Akure–Owo Expressway, Akure.
“Preliminary investigations revealed that the suspects, all male, were engaged in illegal blasting operations using explosives without the necessary authorisation and permits, contrary to the relevant mining and explosives laws.
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“The operation further underscores the strong and effective collaboration between the command and relevant stakeholders in the mining sector within the state.
“The synergy has significantly enhanced intelligence sharing and enabled rapid intervention in critical situations. The NSCDC Ondo State Command remains committed to safeguarding lives and property.
“We will continue to collaborate with sister security agencies to combat illegal mining, unlawful blasting activities, and related crimes.”