EFCC arrests 13 Chinese over illegal mining in Kwara State
Operatives of the Ilorin Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, (EFCC), have arrested 13 Chinese Nationals over offences bordering on illegal mining
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FG opens gemstone market, warns against illegal mining
The Federal Government, on Thursday, told traditional rulers nationwide to steer clear of mining sites, saying they belong to the land owners. The Minister of
Illegal Mining: EFCC partners NSCDC on non-payment of royalties
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) says the commission is ready to strengthen collaboration with the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in
Illegal mining robs government of huge revenues – NIMG D-G
The Director-General and Chief Executive of the Nigerian Institute of Mining and Geosciences (NIMG), Prof. Bolaji Hassan, has said that activities of illegal miners in
How illegal mining is sabotaging economy
The Minster of Mines and Steel Development, Olamilekan Adegbite, blew the whistle on some “powerful and influential” Nigerians recently during a briefing in Abuja. What
Senate calls for development of legal framework on illegal mining
The Senate on Wednesday called for a national legal framework to check illegal mining in the country. This followed a motion at plenary by Sen.Ya’u
Illegal mining puts Johannesburg at risk of explosions – Mayor
By Kunle SHONUGA Illegal underground mining in Johannesburg is putting the City at risk of gas pipe explosions and mine collapses that could result in
