Mining marshals deployed to boost oversight in solid minerals sector
The Federal Government has deployed Mining Marshals to improve intelligence gathering and compliance monitoring in the solid minerals sector. According to Commander Attah Onoja, the initiative aims to strengthen enforcement against illegal mining activities. The marshals have joined ministry officials on operational visits to mining sites in Nasarawa and Plateau states. The operations are led by the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, and supported by senior ministry officials.
What we know
- Mining Marshals are now involved in investigations, intelligence gathering, and compliance monitoring within the solid minerals sector.
- The deployment is part of efforts to curb illegal mining and ensure adherence to mining regulations.
- Operational visits to mining sites in Nasarawa and Plateau states were conducted with ministry officials and senior staff.
- The team was led by Engr. Faruk Yusuf Yabo, representing the minister, and included directors such as Engr. Frank Odoom, Engr. Imam A. Ganiyu, Andrew Zubiri, and Ibrahim Abdulmajeed J.
- The initiative has created a feedback mechanism between government authorities and mining communities, addressing concerns like illegal mining, environmental practices, and security challenges.
