Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari Set to Appear at Nigeria Mining Week
The forthcoming Nigeria Mining Week, set for the 1st of November, is highly anticipated by professionals and enthusiasts in the industry, who are pleased to learn that President Muhammadu Buhari will be in attendance. This signifies a crucial moment for the Nigerian government in demonstrating their steadfast support and dedication to the growth and advancement of the country’s mining sector.
Event director, Patricia Kazaka, has conveyed her enthusiasm about the President’s participation, underscoring the importance of his presence at the Nigeria Mining Week expo and conference in Abuja. With an expected convergence of over 1,200 mining experts at the Abuja International Conference Centre, the event promises to be a significant gathering for all stakeholders, ranging from mining houses to investors and artisanal miners.
Collaborating partners of Nigeria Mining Week, including the Ministry of Mines and Steel Development, the Miners Association of Nigeria, PwC Nigeria, and VUKA Group, have played vital roles in orchestrating this esteemed gathering, which seeks to highlight Nigeria’s strengths, accomplishments, and focal areas in the mining industry.
The official programme of Nigeria Mining Week encompasses an extensive range of sessions and events, addressing topics such as Nigeria’s mineralogical wealth, capacity building, climate change and ESG impact, finance and investment, and dispelling misperceptions about mining in Nigeria. Anticipated highlights of the event include ministerial and presidential addresses, as well as the official opening of the exhibition.
Leading expert companies and projects, such as Titan Minerals Ltd, Africa Finance Corporation, FBN Bank, IAC Gold, Rapidlink, and Segilola Resources Operating, will be among the esteemed participants showcasing Nigeria as a prime investment destination for mining.
Nigeria Mining Week provides an annual platform for mining stakeholders and influencers in the public and private sector to engage in business opportunities in Nigeria. Organised by the Miners Association of Nigeria, PwC, and VUKA Group, the event is endorsed and supported by the Ministry of Mines and Steel Development, further emphasising the significance of this industry gathering.
About VUKA Group
VUKA Group, formerly known as Clarion Events Africa, has established a prestigious reputation as a leading organiser of exhibitions, conferences, and digital events across the continent. Their involvement in Nigeria Mining Week, alongside other prominent events in various sectors, underscores their dedication to driving business opportunities and knowledge-sharing across Africa.
