- EFCC arrests 15 men in Niger State over radioactive mineral dealings
- Suspects intercepted transporting minerals in three trucks along Suleja-Maji Road
- All suspects are in custody at EFCC Kaduna Zonal Directorate
- Investigation ongoing; public urged to report suspicious mineral activities
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has arrested 15 men in Niger State for allegedly engaging in the illegal trade of radioactive solid minerals, authorities confirmed on Tuesday.
The suspects were intercepted on Sunday, March 8, 2026, along Suleja-Maji Road while transporting the radioactive minerals in three trucks to various locations across Nigeria. The purpose of the transport has not been disclosed.
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According to the EFCC, the arrests were carried out by operatives of the Kaduna Zonal Directorate, who acted on intelligence regarding the illegal mineral dealings.
“Operatives of the Kaduna Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, have arrested 15 male suspects for their alleged involvement in illegal dealing on radioactive solid minerals,” the statement read.
All 15 suspects are currently undergoing investigations at the EFCC Kaduna Zonal Directorate, and will soon be charged to court once investigations are completed.
“The suspects were intercepted and arrested on Sunday, March 8, 2026, along Suleja-Maji Road, Niger State, while conveying the suspected solid minerals in three trucks to several locations across Nigeria for an undisclosed purpose,” the EFCC added.
The commission has called on the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities related to radioactive or strategic minerals to help combat illegal dealings.