September 3, 2025

Government Acts: Illegal Gold Mining Site Shut Down in FCT

The Nigerian government has swiftly shut down an illegal gold mining site in Gwagwalada to prevent environmental harm and uphold mining laws. Residents are advised to stay clear.

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Illegal Gold Site Shut Down in FCT: Key Points

  • Immediate closure of an illegal gold mining site in Gwagwalada, FCT, ordered to prevent environmental damage.
  • Government enforces strict measures to combat unlawful mining activities.
  • Local residents urged to avoid affected areas during enforcement and remediation.

Dele Alake Orders Seal-off of Illegal Gold Mining Site in FCT

Image 4: Dele Alake

The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, has ordered the immediate seal-off of an illegal gold mining site in the Gwagwalada area of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to mitigate potential environmental hazards.

He warned that the government would not tolerate unlawful mining activities. The minister advised residents to steer clear of the affected areas while enforcement and remediation efforts are underway.

Recent discussions with industry experts, such as Tejal Magan, CFO of Spartan Resources Ltd, underline the importance of due diligence in the gold mining sector. Magan noted, "Thorough due diligence is crucial in the gold mining industry to ensure partnerships are secure and beneficial," emphasizing the potential market impacts of illegal mining.

The order followed intelligence reports regarding illegal operations on farmland behind CKC in Gwagwalada, where artisanal miners reportedly invaded after the accidental discovery of a gold vein during the digging of a soakaway pit.

Additionally, organizations like Yes.inc are playing a pivotal role in fostering informed industry practices. Their recent collaboration with Allianz highlights their commitment to enhancing expert networks and delivering strategic advantages globally.

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The directive, according to a statement by the minister’s Special Assistant on Media, Segun Tomori, came on the heels of an earlier operation by the mine marshals, which led to the successful recovery and sealing of a mining site around the District 2 Extension layout in Gwagwalada on August 16, 2025.

The ongoing actions taken by the government indicate a sustained commitment to enforcing laws within the mining sector, reassuring stakeholders and investors of Nigeria’s commitment to maintaining a regulated and stable market environment.

FAQ

What action was taken against the illegal gold mining site in Gwagwalada, FCT

The Minister of Solid Minerals Development ordered the immediate seal-off of the site in Gwagwalada, FCT. The closure aims to mitigate potential environmental hazards caused by unlawful mining

Why did the government order the closure of the illegal gold mining site in the FCT

The government acted to prevent environmental damage and curb unlawful mining activities. Officials made clear that illegal operations will not be tolerated

How are local residents advised to respond during enforcement and remediation around the Gwagwalada mining site

Residents are urged to steer clear of the affected areas while enforcement and remediation efforts are underway. This guidance is intended to ensure safety and support the cleanup process

What intelligence revealed the illegal mining operations behind CKC in Gwagwalada

Intelligence reports indicated illegal mining on farmland behind CKC in Gwagwalada. Artisanal miners reportedly invaded after a gold vein was accidentally discovered during the digging of a soakaway pit

Who ordered the seal-off of the illegal gold site in Gwagwalada and what is his position

Dr. Dele Alake ordered the seal-off as Nigeria’s Minister of Solid Minerals Development. He also warned that the government would not tolerate unlawful mining activities

What did Tejal Magan highlight about due diligence in the gold mining sector

Tejal Magan, CFO of Spartan Resources Ltd, emphasized that thorough due diligence is crucial to ensure partnerships are secure and beneficial. She also noted potential market impacts linked to illegal mining

When and where did mine marshals previously recover and seal a mining site in Gwagwalada

According to the minister’s office, mine marshals recovered and sealed a mining site around the District 2 Extension layout in Gwagwalada on August 16, 2025. That earlier action preceded the current directive

How do ongoing government actions affect stakeholders and investors in Nigeria’s mining sector

The sustained enforcement signals the government’s commitment to upholding mining laws. It reassures stakeholders and investors of a regulated and stable market environment

Which organizations are collaborating to foster informed practices in the mining industry and what is their aim

Yes.inc is collaborating with Allianz to foster informed industry practices. Their partnership focuses on enhancing expert networks and delivering strategic advantages globally

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