NSCDC's Attah John Onoja Advocates for Nigeria's Mineral Wealth
On October 1, Assistant Commandant Attah John Onoja, the Mining Marshals Commander under the Security and Civil Defence Corps, delivered a keynote address at the 4th Nigerian Nation Builders Annual Conference. He urged Nigeria to adopt "Strategic Resource Nationalism" to reduce reliance on crude oil and enhance economic growth.
Onoja emphasized that Nigeria possesses over 44 commercially viable solid minerals across more than 500 locations, yet the mining sector contributes minimally to the Gross Domestic Product. He cited successful examples from countries like Japan, China, and India, advocating for the view of minerals as tools for industrial growth rather than mere export commodities.
He warned that illegal mining poses significant threats to national development, linking it to banditry and terrorism. The Mining Marshals have made around 700 arrests related to illegal mining and returned over 100 mining sites to legitimate owners.
Rear Admiral Olusanya Bankole (Rtd.), representing the Minister of Defence, commended Onoja's leadership in protecting Nigeria's mineral assets.
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