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It is unfortunate and deeply ironic that China, a nation whose activities have significantly contributed to Nigeria’s current challenges, would turn around and commend the country for its efforts in governance and development. Such praise, while seemingly diplomatic, conceals a darker reality—one that Nigerians must confront with courage and honesty. In many regions of Nigeria, particularly those rich in minerals, Chinese interests have entrenched themselves under the guise of “foreign investment.” However, what we are witnessing is far from genuine investment; it is exploitation. China’s involvement in illegal mining activities across states such as Zamfara, Niger, Nasarawa, and others has…