Nigerian government lifts five-year mining ban in Zamfara State due to improved security.

The Nigerian government has lifted a five-year ban on mining activities in Zamfara State due to improved security. The ban was originally imposed in 2019 due to security concerns, including banditry. The state is rich in gold, lithium, and copper, and the lifting of the ban is expected to boost economic activities and better regulate mining, combating illegal practices.

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