Oshiomhole insists retired generals connive with foreigners to steal solid minerals
Senator Adams Oshiomhole has raised concerns about illegal mining in Nigeria, accusing some retired military generals of working with foreigners to steal the country’s solid minerals. He made this statement during an interview on Arise TV on February 4, 2025. Oshiomhole clarified that he was not accusing all retired generals, but only those involved in […]
Boundary disputes: No inch of Cross River land will be surrendered to neighbouring states – Otu
Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River State has taken a strong stand against ongoing boundary disputes, declaring that no part of the state’s land will be given to neighboring states. His firm statement follows recent clashes between communities in Cross River and neighboring states, which have caused the loss of lives, destruction of farmland, and […]
EFCC Arrests Five Chinese Nationals for Illegal Mining in Akwa Ibom
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has reported that its officers from the Uyo Zonal Command arrested five Chinese nationals for allegedly engaging in illegal mining. This incident occurred in the Ndito-Eka-Iba village located in Ibeno Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State. According to EFCC’s spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, the suspects were apprehended between […]
12 Illegal Miners Arrested in Ondo State by Security Operatives
In a recent crackdown on illegal activities, a joint team of security operatives, including personnel from the 32 Artillery Brigade of the Nigerian Army, has arrested 12 suspects involved in unauthorized mining in Ondo State. This operation was part of a broader effort to combat criminal activities, particularly kidnapping, across the region. According to Olugbenga […]
Nasarawa Halts Illegal Mining Operation
The Nasarawa state government has stopped Trimadix Geomin Consult Limited’s mining activities at the Amba site in Kokona Local Government Area due to illegal operations. This suspension followed accusations from Mr. Tim Eldon of Trimadix Geomin Consult Limited, who claimed during a press conference in Jos, Plateau State, last Friday that the state government was […]