"Bring credible evidence": Retired general fires back at Oshiomhole over illegal…

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  • Retired Major General Bamidele Olawumi criticized Senator Adams Oshiomhole for accusing retired military generals of complicity in illegal mining in Nigeria
  • Olawumi called the accusations baseless, demanding Oshiomhole provide evidence or apologize for tarnishing the reputation of retired officers
  • He proposed solutions to curb illegal mining, including stricter regulations, penalties, and a specialized task force

Oshiomole posited that retired military generals are actively behind the illegal mining in Nigeria. Image: Adams OshiomoleSource: FacebookFormer general rebukes Oshiomole’s claimsAs a retired general who has faithfully served this country, I find Senator Oshiomholes comments not only false but a direct affront to my person and the legacy of my service. His reckless generalisation has exposed retired generals like myself to unwarranted public scorn and suspicion, Olawumi said.If he possesses credible evidence of any retired general involved in illegal mining, the responsible action would be to report such individuals to the Department of State Services or other relevant authorities. Resorting to baseless public accusations without proof is unpatriotic and irresponsible, he added.Retired general demands apology from OshiomoleI demand an immediate apology to all retired generals who have been unfairly maligned by this reckless statement. If he cannot provide evidence to substantiate his claims, Senator Oshiomhole should refrain from making such damaging comments in the future, Olawumi said.Rt general proffers solutions to mining problemThis task force should include security agencies, environmental experts, and local community representatives to ensure effective monitoring and reporting of illegal mining activities, he suggested.Oshiomhole mentions those behind illegal mining

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