EFCC Arrests 7 Chinese, 4 Nigerians for Illegal Mining in Akwa Ibom State—Soltrenx News

The group was accused of operating two unlicensed mining sites, actively extracting ilmenite (locally known as “black sand”), and setting up equipment at a second site when apprehended.

The Chinese nationals arrested are: Yang Chaobao (32), Zhong Dun Yi (33), Cheng Jiang (35), Zhong Dun Long (37), Pan Peiming (33), Lai Yiping (37), Zhu Lekun (35).

The Nigerian suspects include: David Israel (18), Jonah Bartholomew Jim (24), Samuel Samuel Timothy (20), Female translator Comfort Gabriel Ajaga (23), who said she offered Mandarin translation services and is studying the language in Anambra State. 

All suspects are expected to be charged in court once investigations conclude