The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps Mining Marshals have unveiled the year 2025 Strategic Operational plans.
The plans centered on enhancing field operations, improving regulatory compliance, renewing the fight against illegal mining activities, and fostering collaboration with the Mining Cadastre Office for effective prosecution in line with the Corps’ mandate.
Describing the achievements and successes of the Mining Marshals, the Director-General of the Nigeria Mining Cadastre office, Obadiah Nkom commended the high level of Professionalism, bravery and resilience displayed by the officers in spite of various challenges impeding the war against illegal mining in the country.
He further described the NSCDC Mining Marshals as a catalyst to National Development as they have sworn to salvage the nation’s economy from saboteurs.
Nkom noted that the NSCDC Mining Marshals have refused to succumb to life threats, financial inducement and overwhelming pressure from internal or external forces.
The Director General, Nigeria Mining further lauded the Corps’ Mining Marshals for upholding Integrity with unwavering sacrifice as their efforts have been pivotal to the achievements of the nation’s mining sector.
He said; “We must acknowledge the commitment of the NSCDC Mining Marshals under the leadership of Dr Ahmed Abubakar Audi whose leadership has brought tremendous transformation to the mining industry as the Corps remains an indomitable force combating the scourge that undermines our nation’s economic potentials and environmental sustainability.”
In alignment with the determination to bolster the Mining sector, the Squad Commander, John Attah received assurances of unalloyed support from the Nigeria Mining Cadastre Office.
The office said that there would be automation of services, systems upgrade that would streamline license verification processes and enhance transparency while strengthening the Mining Sector’s Regulatory Framework.
Attah reaffirmed the NSCDC resolve to intensify crackdown on all illegal mining operators.
He noted that the Mining Marshals would ensure legitimate mineral titleholders can access their resources without interference.
Attah emphasised that the renewed vigor and existing collaborations would play a significant role in addressing the environmental and community challenges associated with unauthorised mining activities across the nation.
Mercy Chukwudiebere
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