FG Revokes 924 Dormant Exploration, Mining, Other Licenses

The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Deke Alake on Wednesday said the federal government has revoked an additional 924 dormant mineral licences.

Alake, at a press conference in Abuja, said the revoked licences include 528 exploration licences, 20 mining leases, 101 quarry licences and 273 small-scale mining licences.