In a significant advancement for Nigeria’s mining industry, the Gemological Institute of Nigeria (GIN) has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the University of Abuja.
Key Points:
– The MoU, signed on June 3rd, 2024, aims to enhance the mining sector by combining the expertise of both institutions.
– It focuses on innovation, research, and skill development in geology, gemology, and mining.
– A collaborative effort will integrate gemology and jewellery-making into the University’s curriculum, promoting entrepreneurship in the jewellery sector.
– The partnership seeks to create a premier School of Mines, fostering Nigeria’s economic diversification agenda through sustainable practices.
– Prof. Adesoji Adesugba of GIN and Prof. Abdul-Rasheed Na’Allah of the University of Abuja signed the agreement, outlining goals to establish a knowledge hub for the mining industry.
– The MoU is set for five years, with a commitment to quality assurance and dispute resolution.
– This agreement is pivotal in positioning Nigeria as a leader in the gemology and mining sectors, leveraging the nation’s rich mineral resources.