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17 Chinese, 10 Nigerians arrested for illegal mining in Osun - Edoman - 05-04-2020 17 Chinese, 10 Nigerians arrested for illegal mining in Osun A Joint task force recently inaugurated by the Osun State Government, has arrested 27 persons for illegal mining in the state. The 27 persons who were arrested in a coordinated sting operation around Ilesa and Ife axis of the state include 17 Chinese, 9 locals as well as the traditional chief (Bale) of a community in the state. Mr Abdullahi Binuyo, the Deputy Chief of Staff to Gov. Gboyega Oyetola confirmed the arrest in Osogbo on Sunday May 3. He said the suspects will be prosecuted and made to pay damages. He said; Quote:“Aside the economic leakages, the illegal miners have also polluted the Osun River with poisonous metals, thereby making it unsafe for human consumption and irrigation. |