RE: Federal gov6 Oct 2024 09:59
Nigeria operates a federal system of government, which means both the federal and state governments have powers, but in areas like natural resources, the federal government holds significant authority. In the case of mining, the Nigerian Minerals and Mining Act gives the federal government control over mineral resources. This means that while states can request taxes and environmental payments, the federal government has the power to regulate mining activities. So, a state may have limited ability to halt mining operations without federal backing.