Illegal mining now major security threat, says NSCDC

Punchng | 16-05-2026 08:37am |

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has issued a warning regarding the escalating threat posed by illegal mining activities in the country. The agency highlighted that these operations are increasingly associated with the financing of criminal activities and terrorism. The NSCDC emphasized the need for urgent measures to address this growing concern, as it poses significant risks to national security and public safety.

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