Soludo bans “Iron Condemn”, mongers

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*to jail their customers selling items/scraps to them

From Chuks Collins, Awka

The Government of Anambra State has outlawed and banned the activities of street corner iron mongers, popularly known as “iron condemned”.

These scavengers who usually shout ” iron kwandem” to announce their presence in any area have accused and allegedly found neck deep in some criminal activities including kidnap, robberies and spying for hoodlums/criminals.

They have also been accused of abducting citizens, especially minors, outright stealing of properties

The State Government’s action to ban their operations within the 21 councils reportedly followed the increasing notoriety of their activities.

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Their nuisance effect to the citizens, the reports indicated involved rampant theft and outright vandalization of critical infrastructures, any form of metal objects from public utilities, private properties without mercy or remorse.

According to a statement by the State Commissioner for Information, Paul Nwosu, the scavengers’ actions have had a pronounced detrimental impact on the state’s economy and the country as a whole.

The government also warned that all individuals caught engaging in business with these scavengers will be arrested and prosecuted for receiving stolen property and or indulging in illegal business.

Consequently, the Ministry of Environment has been mandated to register and certify legitimate scrap metal dealers, hence allow them to continue their business without hindrances.

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The civil enforcers of state laws/policies, -OCHA and SASA brigades have been tasked with enforcing the ban and apprehending any violators for prosecution.

Citizens are urged to report any activities of the scavengers to the authorities for prompt action.

The move according to residents was seen as a significant step towards maintaining law and order in the state and protecting public and private properties from theft and vandalism.

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