The NSCDC’s Federal Capital Territory Command has apprehended two individuals for vandalizing railway infrastructure and 11 others for engaging in illegal mining. This action is part of their commitment to curb vandalism and safeguard crucial national assets and infrastructure.
The railway vandals were caught by the Critical National Assets and Infrastructure Unit within the command for deliberately damaging rail tracks and traffic lights in the Wuye District of the territory.
Additionally, collaborating with the Nigerian Army, the command detained eleven suspects involved in unlawful mining activities at Izom, a community situated on the border of the FCT and Niger State.
During the presentation of the apprehended individuals at the Command Headquarters, FCT Commandant Olusola Odumosu highlighted that the command’s proactive measures aim to discourage other criminals within the territory.
“Our effort is geared towards combating various forms of criminality, particularly vandalism of critical national assets and other public infrastructure, illegal mining activities, and among others within the FCT.
“We will continue to demonstrate zero tolerance for vandalism, and there is no plan to retreat on this mission as they must all be brought to book.
“I have vowed that there is no hiding place for evil perpetrators, so in this vein, active efforts are underway to apprehend their masterminds who are still at large,” Odumosu warned.
