Advocacy group raises alarm over illegal mining in Ogun communities
An advocacy group has raised concern over the rising activities of illegal miners in several communities across Ogun State. The group said unlicensed mining is causing serious environmental damage, destroying farmlands, and exposing residents to health and safety risks. It warned that if urgent action is not taken, many rural communities could suffer long-term harm. […]
NSCDC arrest 16 for allegedly conveying solid minerals without legal documents in Edo
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has arrested 16 individuals in Edo State for allegedly transporting solid minerals without the required legal documentation. According to the Corps, the suspects were intercepted during routine patrols aimed at curbing illegal mining activities and protecting Nigeria’s natural resources from exploitation. Officials explained that the vehicles carrying […]
Senate approves creation of rangers service to tackle illegal mining
The Nigerian Senate has approved a bill to establish the Nigeria Mines Rangers Service, a new agency that will help combat illegal mining and improve security across mining communities nationwide. The approval followed the adoption of a report presented by the Senate Committee on Solid Minerals Development, chaired by Senator Ekong Samson, during Tuesday’s plenary. […]
Tinubu’s Presidential Pardon Can Damage Investors’ Confidence – CPPE
The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) has expressed serious concern over President Bola Tinubu’s recent presidential pardon, warning that it could weaken investors’ confidence in Nigeria’s economy. The organisation said the decision to pardon individuals convicted of economic and financial crimes sends the wrong signal to both domestic and foreign investors. In […]
Niger cracks down on Illegal mining, arrests 41
The Niger State Ministry of Mineral Resources has announced that 41 people involved in illegal mining have been arrested. This action was taken with help from security forces to stop unlawful mining in different parts of the state. Out of the 41 people arrested, 34 were men and 7 were women. The operation was carried […]
Civil rights group petitions NSA over alleged executive interference in trial of illegal miners
A civil rights group, Citizens Awareness Against Corruption and Social Vices Initiative (CAACASVI), has asked Nigeria’s National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, to step in and stop government agents from interfering in the court case of some alleged illegal miners. The group claims that certain government officials are trying to obstruct the prosecution of one Ali […]
EFCC arrests six Nigerians, two Chinese nationals over illegal mining in Ogun
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested eight people for taking part in illegal mining activities in Ogere, a town in Ogun State. Among those arrested were two Chinese nationals and six Nigerians. The EFCC’s Lagos team in Ikoyi carried out the arrest during a surprise operation on Friday, May 9, 2025. The […]
FG shuts down illegal mining site in Kaduna
The Nigerian government has successfully dismantled an illegal mining operation in Damau, located in the Kubau Local Government Area of Kaduna State. The operation, executed by the Ministry of Solid Minerals Development, was carried out without any conflict, relying on intelligence gathering and effective community engagement to address the ongoing issue. The mining site, rich […]
Niger State Government cracks down on illegal mining, arrests 33 suspects
The Niger State government has taken strong action against illegal mining, arresting 33 suspects in the Gbokuchi-Kotongba area of Paikoro Local Government. This operation took place on February 17, 2025, and was led by Alhaji Yunusa Nahauni, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Mineral Resources. The team also included officers from the State Sector […]
Some retired generals connive with foreigners to steal solid minerals – Oshiomhole insists
Senator Adams Oshiomhole has again accused some retired military generals of working with foreigners to steal Nigeria’s solid minerals. He clarified that he was not referring to all retired generals but only a few involved in these illegal activities. Oshiomhole first made this claim on Arise TV on February 4, 2025. He later explained that […]