BREAKING: ONDO STEPS UP FOREST PROTECTION, NABS SIX SUSPECTED ILLEGAL FARMERS IN IDANRE

ONDO STEPS UP FOREST PROTECTION, NABS SIX SUSPECTED ILLEGAL FARMERS IN IDANRE


The Ondo State Government has intensified efforts to safeguard protected forest reserves following the arrest of six suspected encroachers at the Jimgbe Forest Reserve in Idanre Local Government Area.

The suspects were apprehended during a special enforcement operation conducted by officials of the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry, including directors and staff of the Forestry Department, alongside security personnel attached to the Anti-Encroachment Task Force.

The operation followed reports of alleged unauthorised farming and the destruction of planted trees within the reserve. According to the ministry, some individuals were suspected of clearing portions of the protected forest to cultivate cocoa, oil palm and other crops. The reported activities were also said to occur at night, allegedly to evade detection by forestry officials.

The Jimgbe Forest Reserve is designated for forestry and conservation activities, including tree planting. Authorities say unauthorised agricultural activities within such protected areas can undermine forest management efforts and contribute to the loss of planted trees and other natural resources.

The Permanent Secretary of the Forestry/Produce sub-sector of the ministry, Mr. Bosun Ogundipe, reportedly directed directors and relevant personnel to carry out the operation following the reports of encroachment.

Acting on the directive, the enforcement team entered the reserve to investigate the alleged activities and apprehend individuals suspected of violating forestry regulations.

The operation forms part of the state government's efforts to strengthen forest surveillance, prevent illegal occupation of protected land and ensure compliance with applicable forestry laws.

Speaking on the development, the Director of the Anti-Encroachment Task Force, Alhaji Mashood Obadun, said the six arrested suspects would be investigated and prosecuted in accordance with the relevant laws.

He added that the enforcement measures were intended to discourage further encroachment and protect forest reserves from activities capable of causing environmental damage.

The government’s action highlights the importance of monitoring protected forest areas and enforcing regulations governing their use. Sustained enforcement, public awareness and compliance with forestry laws remain important to preserving forest resources for environmental protection and future generations.

The allegations against the arrested individuals are yet to be determined through the appropriate legal process.

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