The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, has announced the deployment of 350 additional operatives to the mining marshals, reaffirming the federal government’s commitment to reforming the mining sector. Speaking at the Passing Out Parade at the NSCDC headquarters, Dr.Dele Alake commended the Interior Minister and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) for their collaboration against illegal mining.
The deployment of additional operatives is a significant milestone in the government’s efforts to sanitize the mining sector. The mining marshals have already achieved notable successes, including the arrest of over 200 illegal mining suspects and the forfeiture of confiscated minerals to the federal government.
Minister: Dr. Dele Alake: Mining Marshals Get Additional Operatives
The induction of the second batch of mining marshals brings the total number of operatives deployed nationwide to 2,570. Dr. Dele Alake emphasized the importance of increasing the numbers of mining marshals to ensure wider coverage and enhance operational effectiveness. The additional operatives will intensify efforts against illegal mining and boost investor confidence in the sector.
The deployment of more operatives is a testament to the government’s dedication to reforming the mining sector. With the integration of mining marshals and Federal Mines Officers (FMO) across the country, the government aims to increase investments and development in the mining industry.
NSCDC Commandant-General Dr. Abubakar Audi: NSCDC Intensive Training Program
The new operatives underwent an intensive 8-week training program, preparing them to strengthen the mining marshals’ operations and intensify efforts against illegal mining. NSCDC Commandant-General Dr. Abubakar Audi highlighted the importance of the training program in equipping the operatives with the necessary skills to tackle illegal mining.
The training program is a critical component of the government’s efforts to reform the mining sector. With the induction of the new operatives, the government is poised to protect the country’s mining areas and ensure the sector contributes significantly to economic development.
Minister of Interior Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo emphasized: Collaboration Key to Success
Minister of Interior Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo emphasized the importance of continued training and deployment to ensure comprehensive coverage of the country’s vast mining areas. He underscored the successful collaboration between the Ministry of Solid Minerals Development and the Ministry of Interior.
The collaboration between the two ministries is critical to the success of the mining sector reform. With continued training and deployment, the government is committed to protecting the country’s mining areas and ensuring the sector contributes to economic development.
Dr. Dele Alake: Sanitization of Mining Sector
Dr. Dele Alake noted the successes achieved by the mining marshals, significantly reducing illegal mineral haulage and unlicensed operators. The government aims to intensify sector sanitization and boost investor confidence, leading to increased investments and development in the mining industry.
The sanitization of the mining sector is a critical component of the government’s reform efforts. With the deployment of additional operatives, the government is poised to protect the country’s mining areas and ensure the sector contributes significantly to economic development.
Minister Dele Alake Emphasises Economic Development Through Mining Sector Reforms
Nigeria’s economic development hinges on the successful reform of the mining sector. The government’s deployment of additional operatives is a strategic move to boost investments and development in the industry. By sanitizing the sector and tackling illegal mining, the government aims to unlock the sector’s potential and contribute significantly to the country’s economic growth and development.
The mining sector reform is a crucial step towards Nigeria’s economic transformation. With continued training and deployment, the government is committed to protecting the country’s mining areas and ensuring the sector’s contribution to economic development. As the sector grows, it is expected to create jobs, generate revenue, and stimulate economic activity, ultimately driving Nigeria’s economic progress and prosperity.
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