Segun Awofadeji in BauchiBauchi State Governor, Senator Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed, has directed security agencies to take decisive action against illegal mining, declaring that no individual should be spared, even if the offender was a member of his own family. The governor spoke while receiving the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 3 Division of the Nigerian Army and Commander of Operation Safe Haven, Major General W.M. He emphasised that the fight against illegal mining must be pursued without fear or favour, saying, “Even if my son is involved in illegal mining, deal with him decisively.” Earlier, Major General Dangana commended the Bauchi State Government for its support to the Nigerian Army, particularly in the provision of operational infrastructure, logistics and welfare for troops. He assured the governor of the Army’s commitment to strengthening security operations and protecting lives and property across Bauchi State and the North-East.