Kwara: Police Vow To Partner EFCC To Clamp Down On Illegal Miners

The Kwara Police Command has promised to cooperate more closely with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to combat illegal mining activities in the state.

Eko Hot Blog reports that Paul Odama, the state’s commissioner of police, made the commitment on Friday in Ilorin during a courtesy visit to the EFCC Zonal Command.

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In order to deal with all economic saboteurs in the state effectively, according to Odama, cooperation was required.

The newly appointed police commissioner praised the EFCC for its courageous actions in putting a stop to unlawful mining in Kwara.

“I was amazed when I saw some of the impounded trucks on my way to your office this morning, and I said to myself that EFCC is doing a wonderful job.

“We will collaborate with you in tackling the menace of illegal operators who are mining the mineral deposits in the state for personal enrichment.

“It is a criminal offence under the law, it is indeed, an act of economic sabotage,” Odama said.

He said that the visit was to strengthen existing collaboration between the Police and EFCC, particularly in the area of fighting economic and financial crimes.

He said that the collaboration would enhance peace and security across the state.

According to him, the police and EFCC have come a long way in building a good working relationship over the years.

“We are a family. I can assure you that we will provide you whatever you require operationally or in any other capacity to stamp out corruption which has stagnated the progress of our country, he added.

In his response, the EFCC Zonal Commander, Michael Nzekwe, appreciated the police commissioner for the visit and the police command’s support and contributions to EFCC’s operations.

Nzekwe described the police as a pillar of support to the commission, adding that enhanced collaboration between the two organisations would help to curb economic and financial crimes.

“We appreciate the Nigeria Police for the support and contribution it has rendered to the EFCC in discharging its duties over the years.

“We are grateful and we look forward to more of the working relationship”, he said.

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According to him, the commission recently arrested no fewer than 80 persons suspected of involvement in illegal mining activities.

Nzekwu added that about 24 truckloads of assorted minerals were impounded by EFCC operatives in different locations in the state.

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