The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested 31 individuals, including four Chinese nationals, over alleged illegal mining activities in Jos, Plateau State.
In a statement released on Tuesday, the EFCC disclosed that the suspects were apprehended on Saturday at the premises of Jiasheng Nigeria Limited, located at Dura Rayfield, Mangu Road, Jos.
Among those arrested were 27 Nigerians, some of whom were suppliers found in possession of unprocessed solid minerals suspected to have been illegally mined.
During the operation, EFCC operatives recovered exhibits, including a truck loaded with eight bags of processed monazite, weighing 1,000kg. Each bag is estimated to be worth ₦4 million.
The anti-graft agency stated that investigations are ongoing and that the suspects will be charged to court upon conclusion of the probe.
