Nigeria Arraigns 8 Chinese Nationals, One Nigerian Over Illegal Mining
The suspects, including eight Chinese nationals and one Nigerian, were apprehended by the Mining Marshals of the Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) for illegal mining activities in Lokpaukwu community, Umuchieze, Umunneochi Local Government Area of Abia State.
The trial of the suspects began Friday before Justice J.K Omotosho of the Federal High Court, Abuja heard the the 3-count charge filed by the prosecution.
They border on mining without lawful authority and obstruction of lawful mining operations amongst others.
The defendants include Shen Yongchan, Mo Baixian, Xiao Bin l, Huang Xu Fa, Ma Bingli, Yang Jian, li Peien, Que Wenyong, Hiyk Edward Desmond, and Wanda Company Limited.
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