Nigeria Insists Safety First For Nigerians as it Explores More Mineral Resources
To do this, according to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, security agencies must intensify efforts to crack down on illegal miners across the country. the presentation delivered the president commended their work and
The president stated this while receiving a presentation by Col. Olajide Bello on behalf of the Course 32 participants of the National Defence College (NDC) on Thursday in Abuja.
Titled ‘Harnessing the Mining Industry for Enhanced National Security and Development: Strategic Options for Nigeria by 2035′, reiterated the importance of diversifying Nigeria’s economy.
“I have listened carefully to your presentation on the theme. Aside from your knowledge of war and security, I could see the intellectual depth of the work done to help the nation, and I must say thank you to all of you.
“I recognise the need for the diversification of the economy, and we have been pushing hard on this. Your involvement will equally promote a better understanding of the issues.
“We have challenges from scavengers and exploiters around the country. We must nip that in the bud, and you military officers understand this better than civil society.
Addressing the health implication of exploration activities during an interactive session, the president expressed concern over the well-being of those living near mining areas.
“We must pay attention to that at the outset by providing medical centres and other facilities that will protect the lives, property and health of Nigerians,” Tinubu said.