Many Feared Dead as Illegal Miners Clash in Birnin Gwari, BEPU Demands Probe
Kaduna The Birnin Gwari Emirate Progressives Union (BEPU) has expressed deep concern over the reported deadly clash involving suspected illegal miners in Randagi community of Birnin Gwari Local Government Area of Kaduna State, calling for a thorough and transparent investigation into the incident.
The union urged security agencies and other relevant authorities to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and ensure that anyone found culpable is brought to justice in accordance with the law.
BEPU further expressed concern that host communities were not deriving sufficient benefits from mineral resources found in the area, urging authorities to ensure that mining activities translate into improved roads, healthcare, education, clean water and employment opportunities for local residents.
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