Dele Alake, the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, has inaugurated a state-of-the-art mineral analysis laboratory operated by African Natural Resources and Mines Limited (ANRML) in Sabon-Wuse, Niger State. He highlighted the lab as a crucial asset for enhancing local value addition in Nigeria’s mining sector and reducing dependency on foreign testing facilities. Alake affirmed the lab’s alignment with the ministry’s seven-point agenda, aiming to reposition the sector and boost local capabilities in mineral testing.

The ANRML laboratory is claimed to be the first of its kind in Nigeria and is equipped to handle mineral samples that would have otherwise been sent abroad. Alake emphasized the significance of this development in establishing Nigeria as a pivotal player in the global arena of mineral analysis. He praised ANRML’s efforts and encouraged further investment in the mining sector, which aligns with President’s Renewed Hope Agenda.

Alok Gupta, the Group Managing Director of ANRML, expressed gratitude for the lab’s inauguration, reaffirming the company’s commitment to revolutionising Nigeria’s mining industry. He announced that the lab, employing advanced technology, is certified with ISO 7025 from the Canadian Association of Laboratory Abbreviations, marking it as the only such facility in Nigeria.

The establishment of local laboratories for mineral analysis is crucial for Nigeria’s mining sector, aiming to improve the efficiency and reliability of mineral testing. Current practices often necessitate sending samples abroad for testing services, which can be costly and time-consuming. The new lab strengthens Nigeria’s infrastructure within the mining industry and promotes local economic development through value addition and job creation. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to enhance the mining sector and empower the youth by creating employment opportunities.

The inauguration of the new mineral analysis laboratory in Niger represents a significant advancement for Nigeria’s mining sector. It not only facilitates local testing of minerals but also contributes to the government’s agenda of fostering economic growth through enhanced local capabilities. As the only ISO-certified laboratory in Nigeria, it positions the country as a noteworthy participant in the international mineral analysis market, encouraging further investment in the mining industry and opening avenues for youth employment.

Original Source: www.thecable.ng

The post Dele Alake Inaugurates Nigeria’s First Mineral Analysis Laboratory in Niger first appeared on Nigerian Mining News.