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Alake Declares War On Illegal Miners, Vows Tougher Crackdown Nationwide.
According to Nivo News, the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, has declared that illegal miners in Nigeria will soon face tougher times as the federal government moves to strengthen the operational capacity of the Mining Marshals.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Speaking through his Special Adviser, Hon. Kehinde Bamigbetan, during a lecture to participants of Course 34 at the Nigerian Defence College, Abuja, Alake stated that the government’s renewed efforts are aimed at sanitising the solid minerals sector and boosting national revenue.
He noted that the Mining Marshals, established to provide enforcement within the sector, have made significant progress in curbing illegal activities. The minister disclosed that plans are underway to scale up the agency’s logistics, weapons, and operational reach across all 774 local government areas to ensure better protection of mining sites and personnel.
Highlighting the achievements of the Marshals, Alake revealed that within one year, 90 mining sites have been reclaimed from bandits and illegal operators, over 300 suspects prosecuted, and 450 threatened sites placed under strict surveillance.
He commended the Nigerian Army, Police, and other security agencies for their collaboration, which has helped ensure seamless operations and reduced inter-agency conflicts.
Dr. Alake further explained that the value chain of the solid minerals sector includes licensing, exploration, community engagement, extraction, processing, and sales. He said his administration’s Seven-Point Agenda has streamlined the sector, blocked financial leakages, and enhanced transparency.
According to the minister, the ministry’s revenue has grown remarkably — from ₦6 billion in 2022 to ₦12 billion in 2024, and ₦26 billion as of October 2025. He attributed this growth to stricter enforcement of compliance with the Nigerian Minerals and Mining Act.
He disclosed that over 3,700 mining titles have been revoked for non-payment of annual service fees and failure to engage in actual mining operations, warning that companies must now comply with the Community Development Agreement and environmental obligations.
To attract global investors, Alake added that the establishment of the Nigeria Solid Minerals Company has opened new opportunities for joint ventures and partnerships.
Responding on behalf of the Nigerian Defence College participants, Air Commodore Olushola Oluokun, the Director of Information, Communications, and Technology, expressed appreciation to the minister for an enlightening presentation that deepened their understanding of Nigeria’s solid minerals development and economic growth strategy.
Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has recorded a historic breakthrough with the emergence of its first female pilot, Superintendent of Customs Nafisat Balogun, who recently earned a commercial multi-engine pilot licence in the United States.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The achievement was celebrated by the Nigeria Customs Technical Hangar Service, marking a significant step in the agency’s drive to strengthen its aviation capacity for surveillance, logistics, and anti-smuggling operations.
At a ceremony attended by senior officers, the Managing Director of the Customs Technical Hangar Service, retired Comptroller of Customs Capt. Kuhi Mbaya, described the development as a landmark moment for the service.
He said Balogun’s transition from cabin crew to certified commercial pilot represents a major breakthrough for the Customs aviation unit and highlights the agency’s commitment to professional growth and inclusivity.
He added that the milestone reflects expanding opportunities within the Service as it continues to integrate air assets into its enforcement and border monitoring operations.
Balogun expressed gratitude for the support she received, noting that her journey required dedication and resilience, while pledging to apply her new skills in advancing the Customs mandate with professionalism and discipline.
The development has been widely described within the Service as an inspiration for greater female participation in technical and specialised roles.
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Osun 2026: APC Candidate Oyebamiji Pledges Inclusive Governance For Non-Indigenes, Interest Groups.
The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Osun State, Asiwaju Bola Oyebamiji (AMBO), has pledged to ensure inclusive governance by integrating non-indigenes and various interest groups if elected in the August 15, 2026 governorship election.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
He said his administration would operate a structured system that promotes participation and representation of all segments of society in governance.
The pledge was conveyed by a former lawmaker and ex-Special Adviser on Civic Engagement, Hon. Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, after he represented the candidate at an engagement with members of the Arewa community in Ibokun, Obokun Local Government Area.
Oyintiloye said the plan is aimed at strengthening the link between government and grassroots communities, ensuring public policies reflect citizens’ real needs.
He added that all groups would be actively involved in both policy formulation and implementation to drive development in the state.
Oyebamiji also promised continued engagement with farmers, traders, artisans, and non-indigene communities as key stakeholders in governance.
Responding, leaders of the Arewa community commended past inclusion efforts and pledged support for the APC candidate ahead of the election.
Barely a year after its inauguration in Akwa Ibom State, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has been plunged into a deep factional crisis.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Multiple factions are now locked in a struggle for control of the party, leaving members uncertain about the legitimate leadership structure.
One faction is led by John Akpanudodehe, a former National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), while another is headed by the embattled state chairman, Dick Duke.
Although the leader of a third faction could not be immediately confirmed, findings indicate that another group also exists within the party.
Sources further suggest that the Akpanudodehe-led faction is seeking to remove the current chairman through a recently held congress that has sparked controversy.
In response, Dick Duke convened a stakeholders’ meeting over the weekend, where he rejected the legitimacy of the said congress.
He said the party had formally written to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to distance itself from the exercise, citing a subsisting court order.
According to him, his tenure as state chairman is still valid until May, and any congress conducted before then would be unlawful.
Duke added that the party would only proceed with proper congresses after the expiration of his tenure and the resolution of legal issues, in line with due process.
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