PRESIDENT TINUBU'S MESSAGE OF CONDOLENCE TO CHIMAMANDA ADICHIE AND HER FAMILY. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 STATEHOUSE PRESS STATEMENT PRESIDENT TINUBU'S MESSAGE OF CONDOLENCE TO CHIMAMANDA ADICHIE AND HER FAMILY   With a deep sense of grief, I condole with Ms Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, her husband, Dr Ivara Esege, and the entire family on the passing of their son, Nkanu Nnamdi.   As a parent myself who has suffered the loss of a loved one, no grief is as devastating as losing a child.   I empathise with the family at this difficult time, and I mourn this sad loss with them.   Ms Adichie is a literary icon who has brought joy and light to many homes globally, and I pray she and her family find strength in the Almighty in this trying hour.   My prayers are with the family.   Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces Federal Republic of Nigeria January 8, 2026

PLATEAU GOVT ARRESTS OVER 100 ILLEGAL MINERS IN CRACKDOWN. (PHOTO).


 Plateau Government Arrests Over 100 Illegal Miners in Crackdown


The Plateau State Ministry of Environment, Climate Change, and Mineral Development has apprehended more than 100 illegal miners in Jos, the state capital, as part of efforts to tackle environmental degradation and safeguard natural resources.


The Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Mr. Yabilsu Dogo, disclosed this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Thursday, stating that the operation was conducted in collaboration with the police to curb the increasing threat of illegal mining.


Dogo emphasized the environmental hazards posed by unregulated mineral extraction, warning that illegal mining has resulted in severe land degradation, weakened soil structures, and a heightened risk of sinkholes and subsidence. He attributed last year’s building collapses in Jos to unchecked mining activities, which compromise structural integrity and make infrastructure more susceptible to collapse.


He also revealed that several illegal miners have lost their lives, often being trapped in the deep pits and tunnels they excavate.


Beyond environmental concerns, Dogo highlighted the economic losses incurred by the state due to unregulated mineral extraction, stressing that significant revenue is lost to illegal mining operations.


To combat the issue, the Plateau State government has intensified enforcement efforts while advocating for sustainable mining practices. Dogo stated that the government is actively working on awareness campaigns and alternative livelihood programs to transition illegal miners into legal and safer economic activities.


"Our goal is not just enforcement—we are also committed to educating the public on responsible mining practices and offering viable alternatives for those engaged in illegal mining," he said.

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