FG arraigns firm, director over mining dispute in Abuja
…fixes April 27 for trial The Federal Government, through the Mining Marshals, has arraigned Alhaji Kolawole Olaiya and his company, Stone Rockers Nigeria Limited, before the Federal High Court in
…fixes April 27 for trial
- By Our reporters
The Federal Government, through the Mining Marshals, has arraigned Alhaji Kolawole Olaiya and his company, Stone Rockers Nigeria Limited, before the Federal High Court in Abuja over a dispute relating to mining activities in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
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The defendants were brought before the court in connection with operations within Mining Lease No. 000395ML, held by Lord’s Career Ventures Nigeria Limited.
Court documents indicate the matter followed an investigation by the Mining Marshals, which involved geo-spatial verification and the use of cadastral records maintained by the Mining Cadastre Office in Abuja. The process confirmed the location of the site in question within the referenced lease area.
Further findings referenced in the case include official correspondence from the Mining Cadastre Office, dated January 23, 2026, identifying the location of the operations within the leasehold. The site and equipment found there were subsequently secured pending legal proceedings.
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According to court filings, the defendants face a two-count charge bordering on conspiracy and unlawful mining under the Miscellaneous Offences Act, Cap. M17, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria, 2004. The charges relate to activities said to have taken place between October 2024 and July 30, 2025.
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Speaking after the arraignment, the Commander of the Mining Marshals, Attah John Onoja, said the case reflects ongoing regulatory efforts to ensure compliance within the mining sector and protect the rights of licensed operators.
He added that enforcement actions are part of broader measures to strengthen oversight and improve investor confidence in the extractive industry.
The defendants pleaded not guilty to the charges before Justice Emeka Nwite.
The court adjourned the matter to April 27, 2026, for the commencement of the trial.
