Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, on Friday, May 16, 2025, held a strategic engagement meeting with Mr. Colin Ikin, the Managing Director of Atlantic Mining Techniques Limited. The high-level discussion focused on unlocking the vast potential of Kaduna State’s mining sector.
A key highlight of the meeting was the company’s proposed $300 million investment in the state’s solid minerals industry, an initiative expected to significantly boost economic activities and create jobs for the people of Kaduna.
Governor Sani reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to providing a secure, investor-friendly environment. He said, “Kaduna State remains open and welcoming to both local and international investors. As a government, we are fully dedicated to safeguarding and supporting all investments that drive prosperity for Kaduna people and accelerate the growth of the economy.”
The meeting signals a major step in the state’s drive to harness its rich mineral resources for sustainable development.
Atlantic Mining Techniques Limited, a leading player in large-scale mining across Africa, has expressed keen interest in collaborating with the Kaduna State Government to harness the state’s abundant but underexplored mineral resources.
Ongoing discussions between both parties are expected to lead to a formal agreement that could significantly reshape Kaduna’s economic landscape.
Industry analysts note that the potential partnership aligns with Governor Uba Sani’s broader vision of diversifying the state’s economy beyond oil and agriculture by capitalising on its rich geological endowments for sustainable, long-term growth.
