The Lagos State Government has urged miners and dredgers to carry out their activities responsibly to guarantee a sustainable environment.
This was as the state Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources said it had commenced the process of revamping the mineral resources sector to align mining and dredging activities with the mega city status of Lagos.
The Commissioner, Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources, Biodun Ogunleye, and the Special Adviser to the Governor on Energy and Mineral Resources, Abiola Olowu, stated these at the weekend during a stakeholders meeting held at Adeyemi Bero Auditorium, Alausa, Secretariat, Ikeja.
Speaking on the theme, ‘Revamping the mineral resources sector in relation to mega city status of Lagos,’ Ogunleye emphasised the need for dredgers and miners to conduct their businesses within the confines of available laws and stipulated regulations.
On his part, Olowu said, “We must recognise the imperative of environmental stewardship and conservation in the pursuit of our development goals. The ecological integrity of Lagos is not negotiable, and we must take decisive action to mitigate the adverse impacts of mining activities on our land and water.
“Through responsible mining practices, land reclamation initiatives, and investments in clean technologies, we can safeguard our natural heritage for future generations while harnessing the full potential of our mineral wealth.”
Last month, the state government vowed to prosecute illegal miners and dredgers.
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