By Danjuma Amodu | February 13, 2026
ACC Attah John Onoja, Commander of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Mining Marshals, has been awarded National Economic Security Defender of the Year 2025 by Daily Global Newspaper.
The award recognises his exceptional contributions to protecting Nigeria’s solid mineral resources and strengthening enforcement mechanisms to curb illegal mining activities.
The accolade follows a comprehensive evaluation process that included votes from security experts, industry stakeholders, and civil society observers, affirming ACC Onoja’s strategic leadership, operational excellence, and commitment to safeguarding a sector crucial to Nigeria’s economic growth and stability.
Under his guidance, the NSCDC Mining Marshals have curtailed illegal mining activities and ensured compliance with national resource management and safety standards. Industry professionals and security analysts have praised ACC Onoja’s innovative approaches to enforcement, institutional reforms, and measurable impact on securing Nigeria’s mineral wealth.
The award represents more than personal achievement; it is a national acknowledgment of leadership that directly contributes to economic security and sustainable development.
As Nigeria pursues industrialisation and seeks to leverage its natural resources for long-term growth, ACC Attah John Onoja’s recognition stands as a benchmark for excellence in security leadership.
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) is a paramilitary agency responsible for protecting national assets and ensuring economic security.
The Mining Marshals unit, under ACC Attah John Onoja’s leadership, has been at the forefront of combating illegal mining and promoting sustainable resource management practices in Nigeria.
Daily Global Newspaper’s National Economic Security Defender of the Year award recognises outstanding contributions to national security and economic development.
