{
  "id": 18564740,
  "title": "Zamfara inaugurates 13-member committee to tackle illegal mining",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/06/zamfara-inaugurates-13-member-committee-to-tackle-illegal-mining",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-06T18:50:10.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
    "slug": "daily-post-nigeria",
    "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/11/06/zamfara-inaugurates-13-member-committee-to-tackle-illegal-mining/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Zamfara State Government has officially launched a 13-member committee aimed at combating illegal mining and strengthening the regulation of the mining sector throughout the state. The committee's inauguration took place in the state capital, Gusau, on Friday, as announced in a statement by Suleman Ahmad Tudu, Senior Special Assistant to the Office of the Secretary to the Zamfara State Government. The committee will be led by Abdulrahman Tumbido, the Commissioner for Environment, with representation from security agencies, traditional institutions, and pertinent federal and state government bodies.\n\nSenior Government Secretary Malam Abubakar Mohammad Nakwada inaugurated the committee, emphasizing that the initiative is part of the state government's commitment to helping the Federal Government formalize the mining sector in Zamfara. Nakwada called on the committee members to collaborate closely with security agencies, regulatory bodies, and local authorities to pinpoint locations where illegal mining occurs and identify the individuals involved.\n\nThe committee's primary responsibilities include ensuring that licensed mining companies adhere to applicable laws and regulations, prevent environmental damage, and safeguard the safety and rights of local communities. Committee Chairman Abdulrahman Tumbido, in his remarks, stressed that members would carry out their duties based on accurate information, adherence to the law, fairness, and respect for the rights and livelihoods of residents. Tumbido expressed confidence that the committee's efforts will lead to lasting security, environmental protection, and sustainable development in the state.",
  "summary": "The Zamfara State Government has inaugurated a 13-member committee to tackle illegal mining activities and strengthen regulation of the mining sector across the state. The Secretary to the State Government, Malam Abubakar Mohammad Nakwada, inaugurated the committee on Friday in Gusau, the state capital. This was contained in a statement issued by Suleman Ahmad Tudu, […] Zamfara inaugurates…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}