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Illegal mining, south-west development bill and police | SENATE GIST TODAY

Sharon EboesomiSeptember 26, 20245 min

Amongst matterss addressed in the senate today are the establishment of the Nigerian Police Force training institute, the establishment of the South-west Development Commission, an additional supplemenetary budget for Abuja and confirmation of a presidential nominee. Passage of South West Development Commission bill The senate has passed a bill to establish the South West Development Commission (SWDC) which will address the environmental, ecological, and development challenges facing the south-west region of Nigeria. The bill passed...

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We need strict safety measures to curb illegal mining – Senate to FG

Sharon EboesomiJune 6, 20245 min

A minute silence was held in honour of the victims who were buried alive during the tragic incident at an illegal mining site. The Senate has called on the Federal Government to come out with strict safety measures and regulation on mining activities in Nigeria in line with international best practices and deploy adequate security apparatus to the mining communities in order to maintain vigilance around mining areas to prevent further incursions and intrusion by...

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BODIJA BLAST: Illegal mining undermining the economy, environment and now the safety of our communities

Efe IseghohimeJanuary 31, 20246 min

What is the significance or value of having abundant solid mineral resources if Nigeria continues to be ravaged by illegal mining activities, resulting in substantial economic revenue losses, environmental degradation, and the endangerment of lives and property security? In August 2023, four illegal miners were killed following the collapse of a mining site in Kogo Kadage village in the Yadagungume area of Ningi Local Government Area of Bauchi State. Less than 6 months following that...