NSCDC arrests two illegal miners in Osun

Abimbola Abatta

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) have arrested two illegal miners in Iperindo, Atakumosa East Local Government Area of Osun State.

The suspects are Ogunmokun Joshua, 24 and Amos Danjos, 26.

In a statement signed by the Public Relations Officer, Osun Command of NSCDC, Adigun Daniel on Tuesday, the State Commandant, Emmanuel Ocheja, stated that the suspects were arrested on December 12 at a mining site.

The Commandant stated that the suspects were arrested for conspiracy, illegal encroachment and illegal mining in the state.

He stated that the suspected miners have been causing havoc in the state, saying that the corps will ensure that they are flushed out of the mining sites.

The NSCDC boss warned all criminals to vacate Osun or be ready to face the consequences of their despicable acts.

He assured that the suspects would be charged to the court as soon as investigation is concluded on the matter.