Mining

The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Dele Alake, has ordered the sealing of mining located in Zuraq, Wase Local Government Area (LGA) of Plateau. Alake gave the directive in a statement by his Special Assistant on Media, Segun…
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Governors of the 19 Northern States and Chairmen of the region’s Traditional Councils on Monday met in Kaduna and announced far-reaching resolutions aimed at tackling the escalating security challenges confronting the North. The meeting,…
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Stakeholders have attributed the recent lead poisoning outbreak in Zamfara to inadequate regulatory oversight at mining sites across the country. The stakeholders made the assertion in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN)…
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By Dr Ola Bello Nigeria stands at a critical juncture in the evolution of its mining sector, with untapped potential waiting to be transformed into prosperity. However, this transition requires bold reforms, collaborative efforts, and…
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Niger State Governor Mohammed Bago has disclosed that an executive bill; “Responsible Mining” is to be sent to the state House of Assembly for passage to sanitise mining activities in the state as a precursor to the removal of mining from…
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The Federal Government, through the Ministry of Solid Minerals Development, has announced plans to review rates of mining licenses and other sundry fees payable by mining operators in the country. Speaking during a consultative meeting…
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Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal has signed an Executive Order prohibiting traditional rulers from issuing consent letters for mining across the state. The Executive Order was signed on Thursday at the Council Chambers, Government…
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The (ACReSAL) has restated its determination to continue sensitizing the people on the dangers associated with sand mining. SOLACEBASE reports that the Project Coordinator Kano-ACReSAL Dr. Dahir Muhammad Hashim expressed the commitment…
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The Kebbi Government on Friday announced a suspension of mining activities across the state as a measure to curb security challenges bedeviling the state. Briefing newsmen in his office in Birnin Kebbi, the Secretary to State Government…
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The minister also told newsmen that more than N800 million was approved for the procurement of 32 operational vehicles for the NDLEA. “The Council approved that the NDLEA buys 32 operational vehicles to enhance its operations. “I am sure…
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