Five suspects have been arrested over alleged illegal excavation of laterite and gravel at the Akufo Farm Settlement in Ido Local Government Area of Oyo State.
The suspects were arrested during a joint enforcement operation by the Oyo State Rule of Law Enforcement Authority, Oyo State Agribusiness Development Agency and security operatives, according to a statement released by the Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade, on Friday.
Oyelade said the operation followed reports of unauthorised excavation and removal of laterite and gravel from agricultural land managed by OYSADA.
He said, “The operation was prompted by concerns over the unauthorised excavation and removal of laterite and gravel from agricultural land under the management of OYSADA.
“Upon arrival, the enforcement team intercepted a trailer fully loaded with laterite and gravel as it was leaving the settlement. The vehicle was immediately stopped and impounded. Five suspects allegedly connected to the excavation activities were also arrested.
