Nigeria and Saudi Arabia Collaborate on Geological Agency Capacity Building
Nigeria and Saudi Arabia are collaborating to enhance their geological capabilities through a partnership that leverages Saudi advancements in mineral...
Olivia Chen
Olivia Chen is a dedicated journalist and cultural critic with a rich background in Asian studies and comparative literature. With over a decade of experience writing for influential publications, she adeptly examines cultural narratives and their implications. Olivia’s insightful commentary has made her a prominent figure in contemporary journalism, and her articles have sparked important conversations about identity and representation in media.
Dele Alake Critiques N9 Billion Mining Budget, Advocates for Increase
Dr. Dele Alake criticises the N9 billion allocated for Nigeria's mining sector in the 2025 budget, calling for an upward...
Nigeria’s Mining Crisis: Addressing Fatal Collapses and Safety Challenges
In 2024, Nigeria recorded multiple fatal mine collapses due to unsafe artisanal and illegal mining practices. The government aims to...
Nigeria Resumes Mining in Zamfara After Five-Year Suspension
Nigeria has resumed mining in Zamfara after a five-year suspension due to security concerns. Improved safety measures and government reforms...
Nigeria Ends Five-Year Mining Ban in Zamfara Amid Security Improvements
Nigeria has lifted a five-year mining ban in Zamfara State due to improved security. This move aims to tap into...
Child Exploitation in Nigeria’s Illegal Lithium Mines Sparks Outcry
The rise of lithium mining in Nasarawa, Nigeria has led to increased child labour, with children working in dangerous conditions...
Zimbabwe Aims for Increased Ownership in Mining Projects
Zimbabwe plans to secure a 26% free carry interest in new mining projects and negotiate similar stakes with existing operators,...
Nigeria’s Mining Crisis: The Threat of Foreign Criminals in the Gold Sector
Nigeria's mining sector holds US$700 billion in minerals but faces serious challenges from illegal mining led by foreign criminals, especially...
Child Labour Exploitation Amid Nigeria’s Lithium Mining Boom
Growing lithium demand for batteries in Nigeria's Nasarawa has led to child exploitation in illegal mines, putting vulnerable children at...
Child Labour Crisis in Nigeria’s Lithium Mining: AP Report Reveals Exploitation
The AP report reveals child labour conditions in Nigeria's lithium mines, where impoverished children work in dangerous, illegal operations to...
