Nigerian Senate and House of Representatives call for stronger mining regulation and adequate security in Niger State, after rockslides bury informal miners alive.

The Nigerian Senate and House of Representatives have called for stronger regulation and adequate security in mining communities, following rockslides in Niger State that buried over 30 informal miners alive. Both chambers have mandated their respective committees on solid minerals to investigate the causes of the incidents and review mining safety regulations. They have also requested the Ministry of Solid Minerals to deploy more Emergency Response Specialists to the sites for successful rescue operations.

June 06, 2024
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