The Nigerian Senate has passed a bill to establish the Nigeria Mines Rangers Service, aiming to curb illegal mining and improve safety in the mining sector. The service will play …
illegal mining
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Illegal miners exploit $335 billion in Nigerian minerals. Experts call for solid minerals to remain on the exclusive list to prevent economic losses.
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Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) in Ile-Ife, Nigeria, has taken a dramatic step by suspending all mining activities on its campus and surrounding areas. This follows reports and complaints alleging illegal …
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The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has arrested 51 suspects for engaging in illegal mining activities in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The suspects, all males, were apprehended …
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Traditional rulers from across Oyo State pledge support for the government’s fight against illegal mining in the wake of the Ibadan explosion.
