Minister of Mines and Energy, Gesler E. MurrayMONROVIA – In the wake of the increasing illegal mineral mining activities across Liberia, the House of Representatives has voted unanimous to summon the Minister of Mines and Energy, Gesler E. Murray and his principal deputies to appear before its Plenary. He also referenced a reports of dredges discovered on the St. Paul River and ongoing illicit mining in Haindii, Fuamah District, Lower Bong County. These plethora of illicit mining activities, he said are defrauding government thousands of United States dollars in revenue. However, it seems that the ministry is overwhelmed by the issue of illicit mining as the illegal activity is found all across Liberia. The two were believed to have been involved in illicit mining activities in the area.

Source: Front Page Africa May 08, 2019 02:48 UTC