Niger State Government has set up a task force committee to tackle illegal mining and environmental degradation in the state. Inaugurating the committee, the state acting governor, Yukubu Garba said the move is a vital mission that requires collective effort towards achieving sustainable development and a prosperous economy of the state.
The task force is to monitor, identify, and report the illegal mining sites in the state. The committee is also expected to monitor, identify and report child labour on mining sites as well as monitor and report security challenges in mining host communities.
Garba also stated that with the task force committee on ground to enforce regulations and responsible mining practices, the ban on mining has been suspended conditionally. 'That's why we suspended mining activities several months ago. Despite our efforts, compliance has been low. So, we're taking decisive action by lifting the suspension conditionally. We're confident that our new task force will enforce regulations and ensure responsible mining practices,' he said.
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