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Cautious optimism as FG lifts ban on Zamfara mining

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DAMILOLA AINA sheds light on several complex and interrelated issues surrounding the revocation of mining exploration licenses in Zamfara State and the global resurgent demand for gold.

The recent announcement by the Federal Government on Monday about Solid Minerals Development of lifting the ban on mining exploration in Zamfara State has triggered reactions akin to the explosive force of a dynamite blast.

However, the surge in illegal mining activities and the associated security and environmental risks have hindered this potential for years. In 2019, the government imposed a ban on mining exploration activities in Zamfara in response to escalating violence, environmental degradation, and criminal activities.

The government, recognizing its potential to stimulate economic growth and investment also stressed the urgent need for the implementation of robust security measures to ensure the safety of operations and personnel in the region.

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