Niger Govt shuts illegal mining sites, moves to defuse tensions in host communities

The Niger State Government has taken decisive action against illegal mining by closing six unauthorized mineral processing sites in Mariga and Kontagora local government areas. This enforcement operation, which lasted two days, was spearheaded by the Commissioner for Mineral Resources, Hon. Muhammad Qasim Danjuma, in collaboration with relevant officials. The initiative aims to address the growing tensions in host communities that have arisen due to unregulated mining activities. The government’s efforts are part of a broader strategy to promote peace and ensure the sustainable management of mineral resources in the state.

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