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A Chinese national and five other suspects have been arrested by the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Anambra State Command, for illegal mining activities in the state, Nigeria.
These suspected illegal miners were apprehended on Thursday, December 5, 2024, reports said.
The suspects did not obtaining a licence that permits them to operate, mining without paying surface rents and haulage fees to the state government, and royalties to the coffers of the Federal Government contrary to Section 33 of Nigeria Minerals and Mining Act.
The suspects are presently undergoing investigation and upon its conclusion, they will be arraigned before a court of competent jurisdiction to face possible prosecution.
Highlighting the importance of synergy between the NSCDC and the Ministry of Solid Minerals Development, the Federal Mines Officer of the state, Henry Bolarinwa, also emphasised that obtaining a valid licence from the ministry and seeking proper guidance were crucial for anyone interested in mining.
Bolarinwa warned the public to request evidence of licences from mining site owners and proof of royalty payments to the government.
He stressed that the warning was necessary to prevent revenue losses and environmental hazards associated with illegal mining activities.
