The Zamfara State Government has inaugurated a 13-man committee to curb illegal mining activities across the state.

The Secretary to the Zamfara State Government, Abubakar Mohammad Nakwada inaugurated the committee on Friday in Gusau, the state capital.

The committee is headed by the State’s Commissioner for Environment, Abdulrahman Tumbido, and has membership across security agencies, traditional institutions, and relevant federal and state government agencies.

Zamfara govt inaugurates anti-illegal mining committee

Inaugurating the committee, Nakwada said the initiative is part of the state government’s efforts to assist the Federal Government in formalising the mining sector in the state.

The SSG charged the committee to work closely with security agencies and relevant regulatory and local authorities to identify locations where illegal mining is taking place and profile the operators.

The committee will also ensure that even licensed companies comply with relevant laws and regulations, take adequate measures to prevent environmental degradation, and safeguard the safety and rights of host communities.

Zamfara govt inaugurates anti-illegal mining committee

In his remarks, the Chairman of the Committee, Tumbido said the committee will work with reliable information, respect for the law, fairness and regard for the rights and livelihoods of the people.

He added that the committee will ensure that its efforts contribute to lasting security, environmental protection and sustainable development in the state.

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