NSCDC nabs 16 suspected vandals, illegal miners in FCT
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) FCT command, has arrested 16 suspected vandals and illegal miners at different areas within the territory.
A statement on Friday by the spokesperson, Monica Ojobi, said the suspects were all males.
Ms Ojobi stated that 10 out of the 16 suspects were apprehended at midnight while attempting to vandalise and steal different Critical National Asset and Infrastructure (CNAI).
“The other 6 suspects were apprehended for illegal mining activities and dredging of sand at Kukwaba, Idu district,
“Recovered items included armored and electrical cables, air conditioner, sound speaker, chairs, transformer fuse amongst others,” she said.
She said that the FCT commandant, Olusola Odumosu, reaffirmed that the corps would maintain its zero tolerance to vandalism.
“Commandant Odumosu stressed that assets are not for aesthetics, as they are bought to make life meaningful for the residents, therefore their protection is pivotal.
*Criminal elements in the territory should desist from sabotaging the efforts of the federal government or be ready to face the full weight of the law.
“Disobedience to the law, especially theft and vandalism of CNAI will not be treated with loose gloves.”
The commandant urged FCT residents to continue to assist NSCDC and sister agencies with relevant information to help rid the FCT of criminals and vandals.
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