Tag: Mining
Minister of Solid Minerals Cautions States on Illegal Mining Shutdowns
The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, has issued a stern warning to state governments, emphasizing that they lack the constitutional authority to shut down mining operations. He reiterated that mining activities fall exclusively under the jurisdiction of the Federal Government and urged states to refrain from unilateral actions in this regard. This declaration…
NSCDC Mining Marshals Apprehend Four Chinese Nationals in Nasarawa State
In a daring operation, the Mining Marshals of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) have apprehended four Chinese nationals at an unauthorized mining hotspot where lithium is being illicitly traded. The arrests took place in the Karu Local Government Area of Nasarawa State. According to a statement released by the NSCDC Public Relations…
Federal Government Cancels 924 Inactive Mining Licenses to Enhance Industry Transparency
In a bid to bring greater transparency to Nigeria’s mining sector, the federal government has made the decision to cancel 924 inactive mining licenses across various sectors including exploration, mining, small-scale mining, and quarrying. The announcement was made by Mr. Dele Alake, the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, during a press conference held on Wednesday….