FG revokes 924 dormant mining licences

The federal government has revoked 924 dormant licences
across four sectors in the mining industry.

The areas affected include exploration, mining, small-scale
mining, and quarrying.

Dele Alake, minister of solid minerals development,
announced the revocations at a news conference on Wednesday.

In line with constitutional provisions, Alake said adequate
notice was given to all concerned parties through the official Gazette of the
Federal Republic of Nigeria, No. 227, published on December 27, 2023.

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