The federal government’s onslaught against illegal mining has gathered momentum with the arrest of several suspects allegedly involved in the illegal mining of gold in Yagba East Local Council of Kogi State.
The operation, carried out by the mining marshals in Iyeh Odogbe, Isanlu community of Yagba East , dislodged illegal miners whose activities have prevented authorized miners from accessing the site for 16 years.
There are indications that the situation had persisted for 20 years.
The operation, led by Commander, Mining Marshals, ACC Attah John Onoja, resulted in the arrest of seven suspects heading different groups of illegal miners in the area.
Following the successful operation, site workers were given 5 days to completely vacate the site as operations to effectively secure the area and ensure it is fully recovered for lawful mining activities will continue in earnest.
