The Imo State Government has banned all forms of dredging activities in the state.
This was made known in a statement on Friday by the Chief Press Secretary/Media Adviser to Governor Hope Uzodinma, Oguwike Nwachuku.
The statement said all dredging companies operating in the state have been directed to suspend their activities.
It said the directive was given through the Office of the Chairman, Imo State Task Force on Dredging and Mining Activities, Commissioner of Police Dan Okoro (retd).
Okoro stated that failure to comply with the directive will attract heavy penalty and impoundment of equipment.
He further advised concerned companies to visit Government House, Owerri or call any of the following numbers for further instructions: 0803-326-9622 or 0906-393-7308.
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