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President Muhammadu Buhari has declared that the Federal Government will no longer tolerate illegal mining activities that have inhibited the growth of Nigeria’s solid minerals sector for long.
The warning was issued in Abuja, when the President received a briefing from top officials of the Ministry of Mines and Steel Development, led by the Permanent Secretary, Baba Umar Farouk.
Farouk informed the President that Nigeria’s mining sector had been infiltrated by illegal miners who undertook unlawful mining activities in the country.
The President while expressing dissatisfaction said “This is one of the most demoralizing briefs I have received. The biggest threat to this country besides the Boko Haram is unemployment and the mining sector is key to employment creation.
“We cannot be held back on such a strategic industry that can give us much needed jobs and promote economic growth.
“There must be more seriousness in running this country and we are determined to instill that seriousness.” Buhari said.
The President has also directed the Ministry of Environment to undertake an exhaustive study of the shrinking Lake Chad to ensure it doesn't lose its status as an important source of livelihood for the region.
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