FG cracks down on illegal mining in northern Nigeria

The Nigerian government has intensified its crackdown on illegal mining activities across the northern states, with significant progress recorded by the Mining Marshals. Since their establishment in March 2024, the Marshals have arrested 327 illegal miners and recovered 98 mining sites, restoring access to legitimate operators. The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, highlighted [...]FG cracks down on illegal mining in northern Nigeria

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