Dele Alake, the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, has emphasized the Nigerian government’s strong commitment to revitalizing the mining sector as a vital revenue source. Speaking at the National Defense College, he highlighted how President Tinubu’s reforms have attracted global attention, positioning Nigeria as Africa’s top mining destination Alake detailed key initiatives to tackle sector

In order to survey, monitor, and manage mine sites, drones have become indispensable instruments in the mining sector. Drones with high-resolution cameras, LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging), infrared sensors, and sophisticated GPS technology are able to collect exact, real-time data even in hazardous or challenging-to-reach places for people. This feature makes it possible to map

The way operations are carried out is being completely transformed by autonomous mining vehicles, especially in high-risk mining environments. With the help of cutting-edge AI and sensor technology, these sophisticated, self-driving trucks and haulage systems can operate continuously and effectively with little assistance from humans. These vehicles’ design guarantees that they can operate continuously for extended

Although it has historically been focused in the oil and gas industry, foreign direct investment (FDI) has been a key contributor to Nigeria’s economic growth. However, because of government initiatives to diversify the economy and enhance the regulatory environment, foreign investors are starting to show more interest in Nigeria’s mining industry. FDI in the mining

Although it currently lags behind oil and agriculture in terms of employment, Nigeria’s mining industry is becoming a more significant contributor to job creation. According to estimates from the Ministry of Mines and Steel Development (MMSD), over 200,000 Nigerians worked in mining-related jobs as of 2022. Both official employment in large-scale mining operations and informal