The government plans to create tougher laws against people who steal metal parts from public property. President Tinubu led a meeting Monday where officials talked about this growing problem. Thieves take iron pieces from roads and bridges during nighttime hours. They sell these stolen materials to buyers who recycle them for profit. The Attorney General must review current rules to stop these crimes.
Information Minister Mohammed Idris told reporters about this decision after their closed meeting. He said these thieves hurt important structures when they remove metal parts. The stolen pieces often come from bridges and other places that serve the public. Officials noticed more people taking government metal assets lately. The law needs to punish both the thieves and those who buy from them.
Information Minister Mohammed Idris told reporters about this decision after their closed meeting. He said these thieves hurt important structures when they remove metal parts. The stolen pieces often come from bridges and other places that serve the public. Officials noticed more people taking government metal assets lately. The law needs to punish both the thieves and those who buy from them.
