By Uthman-Baba Naseer,Minna <\/p>\n
The Niger State Commissioner For Mineral Resource, Mohammed Qasim, has embarked on regulatory oversight in the solid minerals sector with a strategic inspection and compliance enforcement visit to identified mining operations in Katcha Local Government Area.<\/p>\n
The field exercise, undertaken alongside Directors and senior technical officers of the Ministry, was aimed at strengthening on the ground supervision, ensuring strict adherence to mining laws, and reinforcing the State Government\u2019s commitment to responsible and sustainable mineral resource development.<\/p>\n
The inspection covered major mining sites located in Gada Eregi Village, including Avti Commodities Limited Mining Site and Alhaji Baba Ndaman & Families Mining Site, both of which are currently engaged in mineral extraction activities within the area. The visit forms part of the Ministry\u2019s continuous drive to sanitize the sector, curb illegal operations, and promote best practices in line with national and state regulatory frameworks.<\/p>\n
During interactive sessions with management representatives of the two mining companies, the Honourable Commissioner observed and documented serious regulatory infractions, operational lapses, and instances of non compliance with established mining and environmental guidelines. In response to these findings, Hon. Danjuma ordered the immediate suspension of all mining activities at the affected sites in Gada Eregi Village, pending a thorough review and the attainment of full regulatory clearance from the Ministry.<\/p>\n
Addressing stakeholders at the sites, the Commissioner reiterated the unwavering position of the Niger State Government that no mining operation will be allowed to function outside the ambit of the law. He stressed the need for strict compliance with licensing requirements, environmental protection standards, safety of host communities, and alignment with the developmental objectives of the State.<\/p>\n
According to him, the Ministry will continue to take decisive actions against illegal and non compliant operators, noting that such activities not only undermine government revenue but also pose serious environmental and security risks to local communities.<\/p>\n
He further emphasized that the ongoing enforcement drive is designed to reposition the solid minerals sector as a viable contributor to economic growth, job creation, and sustainable development, while safeguarding the interests of host communities and future generations.<\/p>\n
The inspection and enforcement action are in line with the vision of His Excellency, Farmer Governor Umaru Mohammed Bago, and the New Niger Agenda, which prioritizes responsible resource governance, environmental sustainability, institutional accountability, and inclusive economic development across the State.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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