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Will New Govt Plans Stop Illegal Mining Stripping Nigeria Millions Of Dollars Annually?

By Blessing Nweke Illegal mining has persisted in Nigeria for decades, primarily targeting gold, lithium, petroleum and other mineral resources. Despite its vast wealth, Nigeria has struggled to harness its resources effectively,

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January 30, 2025

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Foreigners Perpetrating Illegal Mining Connected To ‘Powerful’ Nigerians – Military

Nigeria’s military has alleged that foreigners perpetrating illegal mining activities in the country are backed by some powerful Nigerians who protect them from prosecution. Chief of Defense Staff, General Christopher Musa, made

Victor Ezeja

July 16, 2024

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EFCC, NSCDC Join Forces To Combat Illegal Mining In Enugu

Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), have agreed to join forces against illegal mining, illegal oil bunkering and tax evasion in Enugu State.

Victor Ezeja

April 4, 2024

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Licensed Miners Applaud Nigeria Govt’s Crackdown On Illegal Mining In Kogi

Licensed and legal coal miners in Kogi State have expressed their gratitude to the Federal and State Governments for joint efforts in curbing illegal mining activities.

Emmanuel Ochayi

January 26, 2024

Appeal Court Orders Ex-Kogi Gov Bello To Present Himself For Arraignment

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Kogi Govt Cracks Down On Illegal Miners, Impounds 21 Trucks

In a move against the scourge of illegal mining, Kogi State has taken decisive action, impounding 21 trucks loaded with coal.

Emmanuel Ochayi

January 21, 2024

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Minister Vows To Revoke Mining Licences Of Non-Compliant Companies

Nigeria’s Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, indicated plans to take a stern stance against non-compliant mining companies by revoking their licenses in 2024. Speaking on behalf of the Minister, Segun

Emmanuel Ochayi

January 1, 2024

Opinion

Illegal mining in Akwa Ibom State

The first hint that illegal mining of mineral resources has been going on in Akwa Ibom State was given last August by the Commissioner for Environment and Mineral Resources, Mr. Uno Uno,

Etim Etim

October 19, 2023

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EFCC Arrests Chinese For Suspected Illegal Mining In Ilorin

The Ilorin Zonal Command of the Economic And Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has arrested a 29-year-old Chinese, Gang Deng, for suspected illegal mining in Ilorin, Kwara State. According to a statement released

PBA Reporter

September 10, 2022

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Will New Govt Plans Stop Illegal Mining Stripping Nigeria Millions Of Dollars Annually?

Foreigners Perpetrating Illegal Mining Connected To ‘Powerful’ Nigerians – Military

EFCC, NSCDC Join Forces To Combat Illegal Mining In Enugu

Licensed Miners Applaud Nigeria Govt’s Crackdown On Illegal Mining In Kogi

Kogi Govt Cracks Down On Illegal Miners, Impounds 21 Trucks

Minister Vows To Revoke Mining Licences Of Non-Compliant Companies

Illegal mining in Akwa Ibom State

EFCC Arrests Chinese For Suspected Illegal Mining In Ilorin

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