# Taraba task force arrests two over alleged illegal mining

> State task-force and ministry officials arrested two suspects during a site assessment in Bali Local Government Area.

- **Source date:** 2026-10-03
- **Original source:** [Business Times Nigeria](https://businesstimes.com.ng/2026/10/taraba-task-force-arrests-two-over-alleged-illegal-mining/)
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## Arrests near Mayo Kam

Business Times Nigeria reported on 3 October that Taraba’s Illegal Mining Task Force and Solid Minerals Ministry officials arrested two suspects at Gidan Boss near Mayo Kam. The site assessment took place on 2 October in Bali Local Government Area.

[Business Times Nigeria](https://businesstimes.com.ng/2026/10/taraba-task-force-arrests-two-over-alleged-illegal-mining/)

## Investigation underway

Authorities said the suspects were taken to Jalingo for investigation. The task force described the operation as part of efforts to disrupt unauthorized mining and protect Taraba’s mineral resources.

[Business Times Nigeria](https://businesstimes.com.ng/2026/10/taraba-task-force-arrests-two-over-alleged-illegal-mining/)

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