Niger State authorities conducted a raid on illegal mining sites, arresting multiple individuals, including foreign nationals, for engaging in unauthorized mining activities.
Niger State authorities conducted a raid on illegal mining sites, arresting multiple individuals, including foreign nationals, for engaging in unauthorized mining activities. The operation, authorized by Governor Mohammed Bago's directive to suspend unauthorized mining due to security concerns, targeted areas where illegal mining was rampant.
Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Yunusa Nahauni, expressed concern over the alleged complicity of local leaders in facilitating illegal mining and urged communities to actively report any unauthorized operations to the authorities. He emphasized the government's commitment to sanitizing the mining sector and holding those responsible for illegal activities accountable. Nahauni stated that the arrested suspects would be arraigned in court within 24 hours, and the government would intensify surveillance efforts to curb illegal mining. He questioned how foreign nationals managed to access mining sites undetected and called on the Nigeria Immigration Service to strengthen border security and immigration checks. The illegal miners were operating on a mining title belonging to another company without its consent. Illegal mining has become a pressing issue in Niger State, raising concerns about environmental degradation, economic sabotage, and security threats. Many sites operate outside regulatory oversight, making them a potential breeding ground for criminal activities. The Niger State Government has repeatedly vowed to reform the mining sector. Commissioner for Mineral Resources, Garba Yahaya, stated that he is working with security agencies to dismantle illegal mining operations. Yahaya emphasized that the recent arrests demonstrate the state's commitment to protecting its mineral resources and ensuring that mining activities comply with legal frameworks. He warned that more stringent actions, including further arrests and prosecutions, will follow as part of the government's efforts to sanitize the industry. Governor Bago's administration has vowed to strengthen mining regulations, attract legitimate investors, and curb illegal operations that pose economic and public safety risks
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