Monrovia, March 27 -- The Ministry of Mines and Energy (MME) has intensified its crackdown on illegal mining activities, leading to the arrest of two Chinese nationals in Belle Yalla, Gbarpolu County.

The arrests were made with the assistance of state security agencies during an enforcement mission led by the Inspectorate Division and the Bureau of Mines. This action follows a similar move by the Ministry last week against Rhode Mining Incorporated in Nimba and Rivercess Counties.

Mining Agent Daniel Mooney, representing the Ministry in Belle Mining District, confirmed that the two Chinese nationals were working for the Randall and Oretha Doe Multi-Purpose Company. Deputy Inspector-General Adolphus Gleekia and Director of Mines Alwell ...