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FG Cracks Down on Illegal Mining in Zamfara After Lead Poisoning Outbreak

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April 8, 2025
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FG Cracks Down on Illegal Mining in Zamfara After Lead Poisoning Outbreak

The Federal Government has issued a stern ultimatum to illegal miners operating in Zamfara State, ordering an immediate cessation of all mining activities following a fresh outbreak of lead poisoning in Bungudu Local Government Area.

The warning, delivered by the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, comes amidst growing concerns over the health risks posed by unregulated mining practices in the region. Alake emphasized that all mining activities remain suspended in the state pending the release of comprehensive Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to guide lawful exploration.

In a statement released by his Special Assistant on Media, Segun Tomori, the Minister expressed dismay that despite a six-year ban on mining in Zamfara, incidents of lead poisoning continue to surface — a clear indication that illegal operations persist with the tacit approval of some local and traditional authorities.

“Our respected traditional rulers and local leaders, who benefit from public funds, must uphold the law. Their failure to clamp down on illegal miners in their domains is not only unlawful but dangerous,” Alake stated.

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He noted that the tragic health consequences being witnessed — particularly among children — highlight the dire need for tighter enforcement and proactive intervention. The Ministry, he added, is currently reviewing expert recommendations to implement specific measures that will prevent future outbreaks.

Alake lauded the Zamfara State Government’s swift deployment of emergency response teams to the affected area and called for closer collaboration between state authorities and federal officials to stamp out illegal mining once and for all.

“We must unite in flushing out these unscrupulous elements whose greed is putting lives at risk,” he stressed.

To ensure long-term reform, the Minister announced that the Federal Ministry will soon unveil detailed SOPs that will cover existing license holders, new applicants, community development obligations, and environmental remediation protocols.

He also reiterated the Ministry’s commitment to deploying advanced satellite surveillance technology to monitor mining activities nationwide, a move he believes will significantly curb illegal operations and promote transparency.

Although the Federal Government had lifted a five-year ban on mining in December 2024 due to improved security in Zamfara, Alake clarified that the resumption of activities hinges strictly on adherence to the new operating guidelines, currently being finalized by a multi-stakeholder committee.

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