Cavilla Resource Company mining in Nimba County faces political scrutiny

Cavilla Resource Company is expected to begin mining operations in Nimba County. Former Minister of Mines and Energy Wilmot Paye raised serious concerns over the reported sale of Kitomo Mountain near Sanniquellie, Nimba County, to Cavilla Resource Company. Paye warned that the transaction could undermine the county’s long-term economic interests if its natural resources are not properly managed.

Paye questioned whether the reported transaction represents the best economic opportunity for the people of Nimba. He argued that exploiting mineral resources without a clear long-term development strategy could limit future economic opportunities for the county. He stressed that mineral resources should be managed responsibly, not merely treated as commodities for immediate financial gains.