34 h. ago Oyo govt intensifies crackdown on illegal mining with order of enforcement

…launches joint task force to safeguard host communities The Oyo State Government has ramped up efforts to combat illegal mining read more Oyo govt intensifies crackdown on illegal mining with order of enforcement

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55 h. ago We’ll No Longer Tolerate Illegal Mining Activities, Oyo Gov’t Warns

The Oyo State Government has firmed up efforts to combat illegal mining operations and protection of host communities by launching a joint taskforce. The measure also included efforts towards enforcing Executive Order 001 of 2023, signaling a comprehensive crackdown on unauthorised mining activities and non-compliance with regulatory frameworks. Director-General of the Oyo State Mineral Development […]

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4 d. ago Military foils N168m oil theft, destroys 22 illegal refineries in Niger Delta

The Nigerian Military has intensified its crackdown on oil theft in the Niger Delta, successfully foiling illegal activities and oil read more Military foils N168m oil theft, destroys 22 illegal refineries in Niger Delta

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6 d. ago Oyo govt pays N60m monthly to pensioners, confirms 22,212 on payroll

From Taiwo Oluwadare The Oyo State government has announced a monthly disbursement of ₦60 million to pensioners to clear outstanding arrears. Speaking at a press briefing on Wednesday, April 30, Chairman of the Oyo State Pension Board, Hon. Tunji Adekunle, revealed that 22,212 pensioners are currently on the state’s payroll. Adekunle noted the administration’s commitment […] The post Oyo govt pays N60m monthly to pensioners, confirms 22,212 on payroll appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Niger Partners Russian Varsity For Multibillion Naira Mining Investment

Niger State Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago has embarked on a strategic visit to St. Petersburg Mining University in Russia in a bid to establish a multibillion naira mining sector investment in the state. LEADERSHIP reports that the state has been a thriving place for illegal miners, including foreign mercenaries and youths who engaged in drugs. […]

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9 d. ago Niger Delta: Troops arrest 23 oil thieves, recover 180,000 litres of stolen products

From Tony John, Port Harcourt Troops of the Nigerian Army’s 6 Division have intensified their crackdown on oil theft in the Niger Delta region. Between April 21 and 27, they arrested 23 suspected oil thieves and deactivated 13 illegal refineries, recovering over 180,000 litres of stolen petroleum products. Lieutenant Colonel Danjuma Jonah Danjuma, Acting Deputy […] The post Niger Delta: Troops arrest 23 oil thieves, recover 180,000 litres of stolen products appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Oyo govt strengthens HIV/AIDS response amid funding challenges

…As nursing college set to award degrees The Oyo State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to combating HIV/AIDS and sustaining read more Oyo govt strengthens HIV/AIDS response amid funding challenges

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2 w. ago Crisis Looms Over Alleged Illegal Mining Activities In Oyo Community

The people of Itasa community in Iwajowa local government area, Oke-Ogun area Oyo State have called on the federal government to put an end to activities of illegal miners in their area. Itasa people also accused a mining firm, Architype Industries Nig. Limited, of allegedly constituting danger to their lives, breeding insecurity and involved in […]

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3 w. ago Circular Road: Property Owners Hail Oyo Govt On Compensation

Property owners affected by the construction of the Senator Rashidi Ladoja Circular Road have lauded Oyo State government for commencing the payment of the first tranche of compensation to landowners in Ajota-Alaago axis of the project. Reacting to the payment of compensations, some of the property owners in their separate responses, hailed Governor Seyi Makinde […]

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3 w. ago “Declare State Of Emergency In Zamfara Now Over Insecurity, Poor Governance” – Northern Group Urges Tinubu

Amid escalating violence and governance challenges in Zamfara State, the Northern Citizens Alliance for Justice (NCAJ) has urged President Bola Tinubu to take decisive action by declaring a state of emergency. The group argues that law and order have completely collapsed, leaving citizens at the mercy of armed gangs and illegal miners. Speaking during a […] The post “Declare State Of Emergency In Zamfara Now Over Insecurity, Poor Governance” – Northern Group Urges Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Oyo Gov’t Begins Phase II Of 50% Tractor Subsidy For Farmers

  Oyo State government has announced the commencement of the second phase of the 50 per cent land ploughing subsidy, known as the Tractorisation Policy as part of its efforts to support smallholder farmers in the state for the 2025 farming season. Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Barr. Olasunkanmi Olaleye disclosed this on Thursday […]

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3 w. ago Circular Road: Oyo Gov’t Pays N264m Compensation To Property Owners

The Oyo State government on Thursday commenced the first batch of N264 million as compensation to property owners affected on the Senator Rasheed Adewolu circular road corridor. The presentation of cheques was held at the Conference Room of the Ministry of Lands, Housing and Urban development, Agodi in Ibadan. LEADERSHIP recalls that the state government […]

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4 w. ago Alake orders illegal miners out of Zamfara over lead poisoning

The Federal Government has warned illegal miners to immediately vacate all sites in Zamfara, emphasising that all mining activities remain suspended until the release of standard operating procedures to guide the resumption of exploration in the state. The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Dele Alake, gave this warning on Tuesday, following reports of recent Read More

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4 w. ago FG restrains illegal mining, orders miners to vacate Zamfara sites

The Federal Government has ordered illegal miners to vacate all sites in Zamfara State, effective immediately, due to a recent read more FG restrains illegal mining, orders miners to vacate Zamfara sites

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