Gas Leak: Minister Orders Closure Of Mining Areas In Zuraq Community
Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, has ordered the immediate closure of areas covered by Mining Licence 11810 in Zuraq community, Wase Local Government Area of Plateau State, following the death of villagers reportedly exposed to poisonous gaseous emissions. In a condolence message to Governor Caleb Mutfwang, the Minister expressed deep sympathy over the tragic loss of lives, describing the victims as citizens who were trying to earn a […]