‎Mining Marshals and the Fight Against Terrorism in Nigeria’s Mineral Sector By Zekeri Idakwo Laruba ‎The recent sentencing of Ansaru commander, Mahmud Usman, to 15 years in prison may seem like just another court ruling, but its resonance runs far deeper. For the first time, the...

Mining Marshals Reclaim Over 90 Sites, Revive Investor Confidence in Solid Mineral Sector  Nigeria’s solid minerals sector has recorded unprecedented revenue growth, reaching historic highs thanks to sweeping regulatory reforms and enhanced security measures championed by the Federal Government. Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr....

FG Orders Closure of Illegal Mining Operation in Abuja The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, has directed the deployment of mining marshals to seal off an illegal gold mining site in Gwagwalada, Federal Capital Territory, to mitigate potential environmental hazards. This move follows an...

Alake Orders Illegal Miners to Cease Operation over Lead Poisoning Outbreak in Zamfara  The Federal Government has warned illegal miners to immediately vacate all sites in Zamfara, emphasising that all mining activities remain suspended until the release of standard operating procedures to guide the resumption...

Mining Marshals Commander Seeks Media Support in Tackling Illegal Mining The Commander of the Mining Marshals, ACC John Attah Onoja, has called for increased media support in educating the public on the dangers of illegal mining, its consequences, and the importance of responsible mining practices. ACC...

FG Revokes 924 Mineral Licences, Fine Racketeers The Federal Government through the Ministry of Solid Minerals Development has revoked 924 dormant mineral licences to enhance the mining sector’s transparency and efficiency. This action was taken as the government identified licence racketeering as one of the main...