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
Canadian mining firm Koryx Copper has completed Phase Two drilling at the Haib Copper Project in Namibia, successfully drilling 17 holes out of a planned 37. Assay results from 10 of these holes indicate high-grade copper deposits, surpassing the mine’s average mineral resource estimate. The company anticipates results from the remaining seven holes by mid-March.
The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, has called on South African and international investors to tap into Nigeria’s growing mining sector, highlighting the benefits of recent reforms and an improved business climate. A statement released by the minister’s Special Assistant on Media, Segun Tomori, noted that Alake addressed investors at the inaugural
In his second term, Nasarawa State Governor, Engineer Abdullahi Sule, has been leveraging his engineering expertise to advance the mineral-rich state’s industrial, economic, and social landscapes. From solid mineral development to skill acquisition, Governor Sule’s administration remains committed to elevating the “Home of Solid Minerals” to new heights—all without borrowing a naira. Reflecting on the
An Investigative report by Humangle reveals a very disturbing and unfortunate trend of Young men in North Western Nigeria moving to Niger to take jobs as artisanal miners. The tragic reality of migrating to Mali in quest of money for Artisanal Gold mining is illuminated by the tale of Bashir Suleiman. His experiences reveal structural shortcomings
Given the challenges the industry faces in addressing the environmental effects of mining operations, environmental rehabilitation is a critical component of sustainable mining practices in Nigeria. Restoring ecosystems and guaranteeing the long-term sustainability of mined areas require effective restoration techniques. Significant environmental damage, such as soil erosion, deforestation, and water contamination, is frequently caused by
The Dangote Granite Mines Limited has awarded scholarships worth millions of naira to students from Ijebu-Igbo in Ogun State, as part of its ongoing Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and commitment to sustainable development. The scholarships were granted to secondary school and tertiary students from the Ijebu-North local government area. The company highlighted this initiative as
Over 90 Civil Society Organisations have called on the federal government of Nigeria to tackle the rising displacement of host communities caused by the activities of miners. This is coming at the end of its 2024 multi-stakeholders forum on enhancing inclusiveness and addressing inequalities in Nigeria’s mining sector. The group disclosed that the forum is
Notifications