Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Government has reassured State Governments on acquisition of Mining Licences for Solid Minerals Sector Development. The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Dele Alake, gave the assurance during the visit of Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State at the Ministry’s headquarters in Abuja. Alake, in a statement signed … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde has on Wednesday canvased public’s prayers and assistance in order for the state and those impacted by the explosion that occurred in Bodija, Ibadan, on Tuesday to recover. Five persons lost their lives in the explosion, 77 others were injured to varied degrees, and … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, on Saturday, ordered a ban on illegal mining activities and directed law enforcement officials to take stringent action against violators. Over the years, illegal mining in the state has tended to fuel banditry and other criminal activities, according to reports. The Governor justified the ban in … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Government has ordered all illegal miners across the country to vacate sites immediately otherwise they will be seriously dealt with. Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Mr Dele Alake, gave the warning during the graduation ceremony and presentation of starter packs to 30 graduating trainees under Batch 3 of … Read more