Nigeria, sand collectors. Captions and Photo source: ©© Jeremey Weate
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The Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babatunde Fashola, on Tuesday said the government had no choice but to wage “serious war” against illegal sand miners in the state…
Nigeria: Coastline Erosion, Sand Mining Threat to Lagos, All’Africa
Sand Mining In Badagry Suspended Due To Environmental Degradation
Governor Fashola of Lagos State has ordered the suspension of all forms of surface sand mining in Badagry area of Lagos, southwest Nigeria, as a result of environmental degradation. The suspension is sequel to a petition written by a resident in Badagry.
Sand mining damages Nigeria’s shoreline; Al Jazeera Youtube Video (09-03-2014)
