NSCDC Arrests Armed Syndicate Suspects in Cross River
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Cross River State Command, arrested two suspects, Stephen Ibang Francis, 34, and Oduwo Emmanuel Obasi, 24, at a mining site in Agba Iyam, Yakurr Local Government Area. The arrests occurred following credible intelligence from the public.
During the operation, the suspects were found with two locally fabricated firearms and 16 rounds of live ammunition. Commandant Okarama Chuna stated that the suspects were armed enforcers who violently displaced legitimate miners from their sites.
He described the raid as a significant breakthrough in the command's efforts against economic saboteurs. Chuna warned other illegal miners and armed syndicates that the NSCDC would conduct a thorough crackdown on such activities.
He assured that licensed miners would receive security protection to operate safely and contribute to the state's economy. The suspects are currently in custody, and investigations are ongoing to capture additional members of the syndicate.
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