The Need for Stricter Regulations on Mining Activities: Senate Takes Action
Following the recent tragic incident at a mining site in Farin Doki Community, Shiroro Local Council of Niger State, the...
Day: June 16, 2024
Reckless Mining Activities Result in Tragic Loss of Lives in Niger
The Nigerian federal government has recently announced the revocation of a mining licence belonging to a particular company as a...
Parliamentarians Propose a 5% Allocation of Mineral Revenue to Mining Communities
The House of Representatives Committee on Solid Minerals in Nigeria is proposing that 5% of all minerals’ revenue should be...
Nigeria to Establish Mineral Centres Across the Country to Revitalize Mining Sector
The Nigerian government is poised to inaugurate six mineral centres across various zones of the country, in a concerted effort...
The Ministry of Solid Minerals: A Disappointing Silence
It is troubling to note that despite the increasing public concern surrounding unregulated mining activities on the campus of Obafemi...
The Challenges of Lithium Mining in Africa: A Closer Look at Just Transition
The recent inauguration of a lithium plant in Nasarawa State, Nigeria has raised concerns regarding the potential impacts of lithium...
Government Takes Tough Stance on Illegal Mining Activity in Kogi State
The Federal Government has taken a resolute stance against illegal mining activities in Kogi State, culminating in the impounding of...
Federal Government Puts a Halt to Mining Activities Around OAU and Its Vicinity
The Federal Government has made a significant decision to suspend all mining operations in the vicinity of the Obafemi Awolowo...
Revolutionizing Geological Mapping: Specialized Training in Remote Sensing Imagery for Nigerian Mining Sector
In an effort to establish Nigeria as a premier destination for mining investments, technical staff members from the Ministry of...
Lagos State Government Seeks Partnership with Nigerian Mining and Geosciences Society
The Lagos State Government is extending an invitation to the Nigerian Mining and Geosciences Society in hopes of establishing a...
