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Two Suspected Illegal Miners Arrested In Etsako East, Edo

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Troops of 195 Battalion (Rear) have arrested two suspected illegal miners during a patrol operation in Okpella, Etsako East Local Government Area of Edo State.

Security sources said the arrest was made at about 9:00 a.m. on April 6 along River Obu following a joint patrol involving troops and local vigilante operatives.

According to the sources, the suspects were apprehended at an illegal gold mining site during the operation.

The arrested individuals were subsequently handed over to the Nigeria Police, Okpella Division, for further investigation and necessary action.

Security sources said the operation is part of ongoing efforts to curb illegal mining activities and associated criminality in the area See more, details. .

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