In 2024, Nigeria faced multiple mine collapses resulting in significant casualties, primarily due to illegal […]
Nigerian Government Lifts Zamfara Mining Ban to Harness Economic Potential
The Nigerian government has lifted the mining ban in Zamfara State due to improved security, […]
Nigeria Lifts Five-Year Ban on Mining in Zamfara State After Security Improvements
Nigeria has lifted a five-year mining ban in Zamfara due to improved security. Minister Dele […]
Alake Urges Mining CEOs to Establish Development Banks for Sustainable Financing
Dr. Dele Alake, Nigeria’s Minister of Solid Minerals, urged mining CEOs to establish private-sector-led development […]
Nigeria’s Commitment to a Resilient and Inclusive Mining Sector
Nigeria is committed to developing an inclusive mining sector that drives economic growth and community […]
Nigeria Arrests 300 Illegal Miners in Nationwide Crackdown
Nigeria has arrested 300 illegal miners in a nationwide crackdown led by the Ministry of […]
Minister Pledges to Tackle Environmental Challenges Ahead of Nigeria Mining Week
The 9th Nigeria Mining Week will address environmental issues linked to the sector, with Minister […]
Nigeria to Establish Lithium and Rare Earth Processing Plants
Nigeria is launching lithium and rare earth processing plants to diversify its economy from oil, […]
Concerns Rise as Nigeria Issues 7,000 Mining Licenses with Only 1,000 Active Mines
The NMCO disclosed that although it has approved 7,000 mining licenses, fewer than 1,000 mines […]