Alake made these allegations during his appearance before the House of Representatives Committee on Solid Minerals on Tuesday, December 12, 2023, as part of the 2024 budget defense.
He stated that the illicit activities of these powerful individuals were funding criminal activities rather than contributing to the nation’s economic growth.
According to the minister, these clandestine backers are not mere foot soldiers picking gold from the ground but influential figures within the country.
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