Dr. Janet Adeyemi, President of Women In Mining In Nigeria (WIMIN) has enjoined youths to consider opportunities in the gemstone sector as a viable source of income. Dr. Adeyemi stated this while delivering a paper at the pre-conference panel discussion at the Nigeria Mining and Geosciences Society’s (NMGS) 59th Annual International Conference and Exhibition (AICE) on Monday in Jos.
According to her, in a presentation titled: “Opportunities in the industrial Minerals and Gemstone sector,” gemstones are widely distributed throughout Nigeria, and the sector offers numerous chances for generating income. She urged youths, especially aspiring geoscientists to utilise the NMGS conference as an opportunity to learn more about the field. She advocated for young people to not set financial boundaries for themselves
She advocated for young people to not let their financial chances limit them, particularly in light of the enormous global opportunities in the mining industry. The president advised the youth to look for business opportunities in mining instead, as it can industrialise Africa and Nigeria.
“Developing the gemstone industry could be a game changer for Africa as it needs to industrialise and develop, given the enormous potential of untapped wealth.” “Production prospects for lapidary, gemstone analysis, and gemstone valuation equipment, as well as equipment for processing and processing gemstones and jewellery, will offer a broader foundation for a possible bottom-up industrialisation process in the gemstone and jewellery industry and related jobs.
“By diversifying national revenue streams, such new industries in the country could also help to offset risks of declining revenue from fossil fuel exports,” Adeyemi stated.
She further mentioned that having a successful career in the field requires a blend of professional expertise, enthusiasm, moral behaviour, and first-rate customer service. According to the WIMIN boss, spotting chances in the gemstone sector necessitated having a thorough grasp of the industry as well as the capacity to spot new trends and desires.
She suggested that a venture capital fund be established in Nigeria to support the mining, processing, and selling of gemstones. According to Adeyemi, the business urgently needed to increase its capacity to close the gaps between the local Nigerian industry and the international market. According to her, a favourable regulatory framework can draw capital to the mining industry and foster an atmosphere that is favourable for business, which would open up new prospects.
