The Cross River State Government has commenced a mandatory clearance of all Mineral Title Holders in the state.
The step, according to Prince Paul Effiong, Chairman of Cross River State Anti-Illegal Mining Committee and Taskforce, is a security check aimed at identifying lawful mining operations.
Prince Effiong stressed that “This policy measure is taken by the government to address the challenges of illegal mining and insecurity in the state.”
In a statement dated 3rd December 2024 and titled NOTIFICATION FOR CLEARANCE OF MINERAL TITLE HOLDERS, he said all mineral title holders in the state are required to come forward with their documents and other relevant information for clearance.
He added that the exercise is billed to take place between 9th and 13th December at the Ministry of Finance Hall, beside Governor’s Office Calabar.
