Otu bans scrap activities in Cross River for six months

News Otu bans scrap activities in Cross River for six months Published on February 23, 2026 By Asare Asare googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1500386953281-8'); }); Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River State has ordered a six-month ban on all scrap-related businesses across the state, citing rising vandalism and threats to public safety. The governor also directed an immediate review of all existing laws, policies and regulatory frameworks governing scrap activities, describing the suspension as an urgent interim measure to halt further damage and restore order. In a statement issued on its behalf by the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Ededem Charles Ani, the government said the decision followed the alarming destruction of public and private infrastructure. googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1524595905268-5'); }); According to the statement, critical assets, such as public utilities, road installations and essential community facilities, have been deliberately targeted, leading to service disruptions, economic losses and heightened security concerns. It added that investigations and security reports established a direct link between the destructive acts and the activities of scrap dealers, scavengers and their agents operating within the state. The suspension, the government stressed, applies to all forms of scrap dealing, including trading, scavenging, transportation and any related operations within, into or out of Cross River State. It warned that any individual or group found violating the directive would face the full weight of the law, as security agencies have been mandated to enforce strict compliance without exception. Reaffirming his administration’s commitment to safeguarding public infrastructure and private property, Governor Otu said the measure was necessary to prevent further sabotage and maintain public confidence. He called on residents, stakeholders and lawful business operators to cooperate fully with the government in enforcing the directive. Don't Miss ICPC arraigns Ebonyi Accountant-General’s office staff over N61m money laundering allegation You may like ADC stalwart berates ruling party over oil wells’ altercation between Cross River, Akwa Ibom Ndoma-Egba backs Otu on 76 oil wells, rejects blackmail claims Cross River youths vow to continue protest over dilapidated Ikom-Wula-Obudu highway 1000 workers yet to receive January salaries – Cross River AG gives reason Tension as armed herders overrun farms, threaten villagers with AK-47 rifles in Cross River Cross River records 1,459 cancer cases in five years

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