Olubadan Supports EFCC to Fight Illegal Mining in Ibadan
The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba (Dr.) Olalekan Ishola Balogun, Alli Okunmade II, has pledged his support to the Ibadan Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, in fighting activities of illegal mining in Ibadan, the state capital.
The monarch, Oba Balogun who received the Acting Zonal Commander of the Ibadan Command of the EFCC, ACE I Halima Mustafa Rufa’u on a familiarization visit on Tuesday stated he is glad that the EFCC is a major stakeholder in the fight.
He said, “I applaud you, the Zonal Commander, for coming to my palace at this time that the fight against illegal mining in Ibadan is on the rise and I am happy that the EFCC is a major stakeholder in this fight.
“It is evident and we are aware that the Commission has been tackling the menace of illegal mining activities head on and I can assure you of my full support including the supports of all the traditional chiefs in Ibadan to making sure that the illegal activities come to an end”, the Olubadan stated.
While commending the Acting Zonal Commander for expediting positive action as regards land and property fraud cases, he also emphasised the need for the Commission to do more in curbing the menace of cybercrime and other related fraudulent activities amongst the youths.
Responding to the King’s remarks, the Acting Zonal Commander thanked Oba Balogun for receiving her and also gave assurance to do more in curbing the menace of cybercrime in the State.
Rufa’u also added that the Commission would continue to tackle the activities of illegal mineral operators that have undermined the development of the state and, indeed, the country through non- payment of royalties, taxes and other dues.
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