Over time, it has been seen that mining operations have a detrimental impact on local farming communities, fisheries, and livestock grazing areas. The process of extracting economically valuable and practical minerals from earthly reserves is known as mining. The mining industry is underregulated, which allows for illicit mining operations despite the industry’s potential to yield
Nigeria’s solid minerals sector is shifting as global demand rises for resources like gold, tantalite, lithium, and limestone. Gold, in particular, has recently surged in value as a hedge against economic uncertainty, enabling Nigerian artisanal miners to sell at competitive prices. Lithium, increasingly sought after for electric vehicle batteries, is also experiencing a price boom,
Classique Geo-Consults Nigeria Limited is setting a new standard in a bid to advance mineral exploration while safeguarding communities and the environment mining industry in Gombe State. Speaking to our correspondent in an exclusive interview, the company’s CEO, Suleiman Muhammad Adam, emphasised that the firm is not only focused on exploration but also committed to
The Edo State Government has partnered with the Women in Mining Association to promote sustainable practices and prioritise health and safety in the mining sector. This collaboration took centre stage at a one-day seminar themed “Environmental Hazards in Mining Sites and Health Management for Miners,” held at the Ministry of Mining’s Conference Hall in Benin
The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, has promised unwavering support for the newly established Department of Gemology and Gemstones at Yakubu Gowon University, Abuja. According to a press statement released on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, by Segun Tomori, Special Assistant on Media to the Minister, this pioneering initiative, the first of its
The Women Miners in Nigeria (WMIN) have urged the federal government to enforce strict compliance with the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) law, calling it a necessary measure to curb environmental degradation caused by mining activities. Speaking in Abuja during an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), National President of the association, Mrs Janet
Residents of the Itasa community in Iwajowa Local Government Area of Oyo State have voiced concerns over the damaging effects of illegal mining in their region. They accuse miners of causing environmental destruction, increasing insecurity, and worsening economic hardship. At a press conference held at the Justice, Development, and Peace Commission (JDPC) in Ibadan, Prof.
The Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) has called for greater gender inclusivity in policy-making roles within the extractive industry, emphasising that such inclusion is key to promoting fairness and unlocking the nation’s full potential. Speaking at an event commemorating the 2025 International Women’s Day (IWD) at NEITI House, Abuja, the Executive Secretary, Dr. Orji
A Nigerian-U.S.-based researcher has called for stronger collaboration between Nigeria and the United States to transform the country’s steel industry through cutting-edge technologies that enhance sustainability and economic growth. Dr. Sunday Alabi, a materials researcher at the Missouri University of Science and Technology, stressed the urgency of adopting modern steelmaking techniques to reduce carbon emissions
With an abundance of mineral wealth and increasing global demand, especially for critical minerals driving the energy transition—the African continent has an unprecedented opportunity. However, seizing this moment requires more than just extracting resources. It demands a multi-disciplinary, collaborative approach that aligns government policy, investment security, community engagement, workforce development, and market expansion. Future-proofing mining