Mad rush into deadly pits for gold: 374 illegal mining sites in 17 states uncovered

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Authorities in Nigeria have uncovered 374 illegal mining sites across 17 states, raising concerns about economic, environmental, and national security risks associated with illicit extraction of mineral resources. The situation involves multiple stakeholders including security agencies and community leaders who warn about the growing threat these activities pose to the country.

Illegal mining, an economic and environmental offence, has assumed a more troubling dimension in Nigeria, with security agencies, regulators and community leaders increasingly warning that the illicit exploitation of the country's mineral resources is becoming a national security concern. The post Mad rush into deadly pits for gold: 374 illegal mining sites in 17 states uncovered appeared first on Vanguard News.