It is quite pathetic that despite the fact that it has been some weeks since the issue of unregulated mining in OAU gained public attention, the Federal Ministry of Solid Minerals has not found it worthy to react not to talk of mandating security..

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The Federal Government has been urged to formulate new policies to criminalise illegal mining activities across the country given the threat the menace poses to the nation’s economic growth.

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President Bola Tinubu and Emir of the State of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, yesterday, in Doha, witnessed the signing of historic agreements between both nations, opening a gateway for leveraging the potential of cooperation in pivotal sectors of education, enterprise development, investment promotion, youth empowerment, mining, tourism and sports.

Oyo State Government has called on village heads, hunters, farmers and other residents of the state to report any suspicious mining activity in their localities to its agency.

The National Assembly is currently considering a bill to establish a special-purpose vehicle at the national level, limiting the influence of certain entities. This move aims to create a more open environment for private companies, encouraging widespread participation and investment.

Africa has a wealth of solid minerals and a diverse range of natural resources, including diamonds, gold, iron, cobalt, uranium, copper, bauxite, silver, and oil. Nigeria holds a position as a hub for solid minerals within the continent.

Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Dele Alake, yesterday directed mining firms to comply with the nation’s revised Community Development Agreements (CDAs) or risk sanctions from the government.

An Iyaganku Chief Magistrates’ Court in Ibadan on Monday ordered the remand of 41 illegal miners in Agodi Correctional facility over alleged mining of gold, property worth N1.248million belonging to Oyo State Government.

Federal Ministries of Solid Minerals Development and Environment are strengthening collaboration to ensure that mining operations have minimal adverse impact on the environment, in line with international best practices. 

Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Dele Alake, yesterday, rallied the support of the international community for local value addition in the mining sector, asserting that it was critical for the development of the mining industry and Africa’s economy.