Defence/Security
NSCDC uncovers 460 illegal mining sites, arrests 387- Commander
By Kelechi Ogunleye The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has uncovered 460 illegal mining sites and arrested 387 suspects in 14 months.…
Tag: Mining
Defence/Security
Illegal mining operations attract jail term, not fines- Mining marshal warns
By Kelechi Ogunleye The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Mining Marshals have warned illegal mining operators across the country to desist or…
Environment
Lead poisoning: FG orders illegal miners out of Zamfara
By Martha Agas The Federal Government has ordered illegal miners to immediately vacate all mining sites in Zamfara following the confirmation of an outbreak…
Economy/Business
FG seeks donor support to revive steel industry
By Martha Agas The Ministry of Steel Development is seeking technical and financial assistance from donor agencies to revive the Ajaokuta Steel Company Limited…
Economy/Business
FG lifts 5-year ban on mining exploration in Zamfara
By Martha Agas The Federal Government has lifted the ban on mining exploration and other related activities in Zamfara, after five years. The Minister…
General News
Mining cadastre’s revenue hits N8.1bn in October
DG of Nigeria Mining Cadastral Office, Obadiah Nkom By Nana Musa The Director-General (D-G) of Nigeria Mining Cadastral Office (MCO), Obadiah Nkom,…