Segilola Resources Operating Limited (SROL) has received high praise at the 8th Nigerian Mining Week in Abuja for its initiatives concerning the Segilola Gold Mine, Nigeria’s first commercial large-scale gold mine.
Key Highlights:
– The event, titled “Capitalising on Nigeria’s Critical Mineral Resources for Economic Growth,” recognised SROL’s significant contributions to the mining sector.
– Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Dele Alake, reiterated the government’s commitment to enhancing productivity within the mining industry.
– Alake affirmed President Bola Tinubu’s support for resolutions aimed at reducing Nigeria’s dependency on oil, promoting solid minerals as a key economic driver.
– He stated that Nigeria has abundant critical minerals which require structured strategies for exploration and management, emphasising collaboration between government and industry stakeholders.
– The session concluded with valuable discussions leading to innovative methods for policy implementation, enhancing partnerships between the government and mining stakeholders.
– Chris Omo-Osagie, CFO of Thor Explorations Limited, stressed that successful partnerships are crucial for unlocking Nigeria’s mining potential.