Nigeria’s Civil Defence Corps Cracks Down on Illegal Mining.

In a bold operation, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has shut down an illicit mining site in Nasarawa State. Led by Commander ACC Attah John Onoja, the successful raid follows previous arrests of foreign nationals and locals involved in illegal mining.

Commander Onoja stressed the urgency of combating illegal mining, citing its devastating impact on Nigeria’s economy and national security. He vowed to continue dismantling such operations, which he described as economic sabotage threatening the nation’s prosperity and GDP growth.

These efforts demonstrate the government’s commitment to combating illegal mining and promoting a secure and prosperous mining industry in Nigeria.

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Federal High Court Cracks Down on Currency Racketeers: Two Sentenced to Six Months Imprisonment.

In a significant move to combat currency manipulation, Justice E.U. Akpan of the Federal High Court in Ibadan, Oyo State, has sentenced two individuals, Suleiman Kolawole Nurudeen and Yekeen Kazeem Ayoade, to six months imprisonment each for currency racketeering. The duo was arraigned by the Ibadan Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on a one-count charge bordering on naira abuse.

The Crime:
The convicts sold N50,000 denominations issued by the Central Bank of Nigeria for N60,000, violating Section 21 (4) of the Central Bank Act 2007.

The Sentence:
Justice Akpan convicted and sentenced the pair to six months imprisonment or an option of fine of N50,000. They also forfeited N224,000 and a Moniepoint Point of Sale (POS) to the Federal Government.

Background:
Nurudeen and Ayoade were arrested on February 20, 2024, and arraigned on May 24, 2024. Their guilty plea led to a swift conviction.

This ruling demonstrates the EFCC’s commitment to combating financial crimes and maintaining the integrity of Nigeria’s currency. Similar cases have been reported in Port Harcourt, where Azubuike Mamwu Obasi was jailed for currency racketeering.

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Nigerian Banker Killed in Foiled Kidnap Attempt in Abia.

A chilling incident unfolded in Umuahia, Abia State, on Monday, October 28, when a Zenith Bank employee, Victor Udensi, was fatally shot by unknown gunmen while resisting a kidnapping attempt.

Details of the Attack

According to Abia State Commissioner of Police, CP Danladi Isa, Udensi was accosted by three armed men operating in a Keke (tricycle) around 8 pm at the Isi Court Axis of Olokoro in Umuahia South. The assailants attempted to force Udensi into the boot of his car, but he bravely resisted.

Fatal Consequences

As Udensi tried to escape, the gunmen shot him in the back, leaving him in a pool of blood. The attackers then attempted to start his car but were unsuccessful. They subsequently targeted another driver in a Camry, shooting him dead when he resisted handing over his car key.

 Third Victim

In their frantic getaway, the assailants fatally shot another Keke driver who they felt was obstructing their movement near Ubakala.

 Police Response

CP Isa condemned the attack and assured that the police will leave no stone unturned in apprehending the perpetrators.

 Investigation Ongoing

The Abia State Police Command has launched a thorough investigation into the incident, urging anyone with information to come forward.

This tragic incident highlights the escalating security concerns in Nigeria and the need for increased vigilance and cooperation between law enforcement agencies and citizens.