Abuja Residents Endure Dangers of Poorly Regulated Quarrying Activities

Abuja residents, particularly in Baupma, Duts, and Kubwa, are experiencing the negative impacts of poorly regulated quarrying activities by companies like Cornerstone Quarry and Istanbul Quarry Concrete Ltd. The lack of oversight has led to incidents like a fly rock crashing into a classroom at Graceland High School, injuring students like Chisom Ibekwem.

Residents like Oluwabunmi Adegok and Jacob Edi have suffered property damage and health risks due to constant rock blasts and reckless truck driving by quarry operators. Complaints of noise, air pollution, and property destruction have been ongoing for years, with little to no action taken by authorities.

The situation has left residents traumatized, with homes damaged and lives at risk.