A Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday ordered the remand of Taofeeq Osunmakinde, a traditional ruler in Osun State, and four others at the Kuje Correctional Centre over charges of illegal gold mining.
Justice Emeka Nwite issued the ruling after the defendants were arraigned by the Attorney General of the Federation.
They face charges of illegal mining activities in Lege Community, Ondo State, under the Miscellaneous Offences Act.
The court granted them bail at ₦20 million each, with strict conditions, including the deposit of international passports.
The trial is set for September 26.
