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FG, Edo Shut Down Two Illegal Mining Sites Corpers Knock FG Over Unpaid N77k Allowance

The Edo State Ministry of Mining in conjunction with the Federal Ministry of Solid Minerals Development on Wednesday shut down two illegal mining sites in the state. This was disclosed on Friday in a statement by the Public Relations Officer of the Edo State Ministry of Mining, Grace Oakhiena. According to the statement, the sites in Erhua Community near Ehor in Edo South and Iruekpen communities in Edo Central were shut down after an inspection. The sites were also found to be operating without proper licenses and in blatant disregard for environmental regulations and mining ethics. The inspection team which was led by the state Commissioner for Mining, Andrew Ijegbai, found evidence of environmental degradation and life-threatening activities in the areas. Ijegbai, who expressed shock at the development, condemned the illegal mining operations, affirming the state’s commitment to eradicating illegal activities in the mining sector in the state. The commissioner noted that the impact of illegal mining on our environment and communities cannot be overemphasised and express the state’s commitment to work with the Federal Ministry of Solid Minerals to root out illegal activities and promote sustainable mining practices. “The illegal mining site at Erhua was found to be operating close to the Federal Road and openly excavating under high-tension lines, posing significant risks to the community. “The other illegal mining site at Iruekpen was operating without a license, no consent from proper authorities and no environmental impact assessment. “These operations not only degrade the environment but also compromise the safety and well-being of the people living in the affected areas, coupled with posing a threat to the state’s power infrastructure. Governor Monday Okpehbolo has given the directives to investigate and ban illegal mining operations in the state,” Ijegbai said.

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NAF Airstrikes Destroy Boko Haram Hideouts In Borno I'm Being Victimised, My Suspension Meant To Silence Me- Natasha

The Nigerian Air Force has said a precision airstrike against Boko Haram enclaves in Chikide and Degbewa in Borno State has inflicted heavy losses on the terrorist group. Acting on credible intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance reports, the NAF said it targeted key insurgent hideouts within the rugged Mandara Mountains, where notorious terrorist leader Ali Ngulde and his fighters were believed to be meeting. A statement on Tuesday by the Deputy Director of Public Relations and Information, Group Captain Kabiru Ali, said surveillance confirmed the presence of a fortified command hub with solar-powered installations, prompting the service to execute a surprise night attack. The statement read, “In a bold demonstration of air power and precision night warfare capabilities, the NAF executed a devastating nocturnal airstrike against terrorist hideouts in Chikide and Degbewa on 16 March 2025. “The night operation targeted insurgent enclaves deep within the treacherous Mandara Mountains, delivering a crippling blow to the terrorists’ stronghold and disrupting their activities. Acting on credible Intelligence, ISR data, reports indicated that the notorious terrorist leader, Ali Ngulde, and his fighters had planned a high-level engagement at the location. “ISR missions over the area confirmed terrorist activity at a key assembly point in Degbewa, alongside the presence of heavily fortified structures equipped with solar-powered installations – clear evidence of an active command hub. Following this intelligence, the NAF immediately launched a precision night strike under the cover of darkness, achieving complete surprise.” Ali said the operation destroyed key logistics and command structures, igniting large fires and neutralising scores of terrorists. “The successful execution of this night operation underscores the NAF’s growing dominance in both day and night air power capabilities, proving that insurgents can no longer operate under the cover of darkness. “Through relentless precision strikes and sustained air operations, the NAF remains committed to utilising its formidable air power to neutralise terrorist networks and restore lasting peace to the region,” Ali added.

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