Community seeks govt intervention in alleged illegal mining activities In Ogun farming community
A community advocacy group, The Ibile Justice Forum, has called on state and federal government to investigate what it said were illegal mining activities in several Ado Odo communities of Ogun State. In a statement issued on behalf of the Forum by Comrade Ifeoluwa Amoo and Comrade Ganiu Owolabi, the Forum accused a firm it identified as...
WIMN inaugurates BoT, promises continued impact-driven roles in Nigeria’s extractive sector and beyond
*Photo: Engr (Dr) Janet Adeyemi ,Women In Mining Nigeria* The 2nd Board of Trustees of Women In Mining Nigeria (WIMN)has been inaugurated with an affirmation of commitment to continuity, sound governance, and the deliberate positioning of WIMN as a policy-relevant, impact-driven institution within Nigeria’s extractive sector and Africa’s mineral development agenda. President of WIMN, Engr (Dr) Janet Adeyemi, gave the affirmation...
Nasarawa govt vows inclusion of youth in minerals sector
By Amina Mohammed/VON The Nasarawa State Government has urged citizens and stakeholders to promote youth engagement and economic empowerment through the sustainable development of the state’s mineral resources. The call was made by the Secretary to the State Government, Labaran Magaji, during the 5th Galle Cultural Day celebration held in Galle, Nassarawa Eggon Local Government Area of the state. Barrister Magaji emphasised...
Zambia becomes first African country to take mining taxes in yuan
Zambia has become the first African country to accept payment for mining taxes and royalties in China’s yuan. The Bank of Zambia confirmed that payments in renminbi began in October, marking a significant shift in how Africa’s second-largest copper producer manages its mining revenues.Bloomberg reported that Chinese mine operators are now settling part of their tax obligations in yuan,...
I remain deeply committed to unlocking the full potential of Nigeria’s mineral resources- Dele Alake
*Photo: Dr Dele Alake, Minister of Solid Minerals Development* Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Dele Alake has reiterated his commitment to unlocking the full potential of Nigeria's mineral resources in ways. that create real jobs, strengthen local communities, and add lasting value to the economy. Alake made this promise in his new year message. The Minister said "As we enter 2026,...
Kaduna Mining Development Company celebrates Gov Uba Sani at 55
Kaduna Mining Development Company (KMDC) has congratulated Gov Uba Sani of Kaduna State on his 55th birthday anniversary. In the birthday message, KMDC saidGov Sani's "visionary leadership continues to inspire growth and transformation across Kaduna State." "We deeply appreciate your unwavering support to KMDC, particularly through strategic policy formulation, timely interventions, guidance, and creating vital links with foreign investors all of...
Major Drivers of Growth in the Nigerian Mining Industry in 2025
*Photo L-R: Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Dele Alake and Director General of Mining Cadastre Office, Engr Obadiah Simon Nkom* Introduction The mining sector, in 2025, was pivotal as Nigeria continues its push towards economic diversification away from oil dependency. The industry recorded a robust 4.61% growth in the second quarter of the year, contributing 4.6% to the nation's GDP—a...
Reassessing Taxation and Sustainable Growth in Nigeria’s Mining Sector
With reference to a recent article published in The Miners online Newspaper of December 27, 2025, titled “APC Chieftain Seeks Inclusion of Mining in FG’s Tax Reform Outlook,” it is important to clarify certain issues and present a balanced perspective on taxation and sustainable growth within Nigeria’s solid minerals sector. Nigeria is endowed with vast solid mineral resources that are...
APC chieftain seeks inclusion of mining in FG’s tax reform outlook
A public policy analyst and chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, Mr Bola Babarinde, has urged the Federal Government to fully integrate Nigeria’s solid minerals sector into ongoing tax reforms.Babarinde, a former APC Chairman, South Africa Chapter, in a statement on Friday in Lagos, cautioned that excluding mining revenues would undermine equity, peace and national development.He described the setting...
Segilola Resources celebrates Christmas with over 2,000 Osun Host Community families
Segilola Resources Operating Limited (SROL), Nigeria’s first commercial gold mine operator, has wrapped up 2024 with a large-scale Christmas celebration for its host communities in Osun State.The event, held on December 20 at the Iperindo town hall, brought together families from surrounding communities for a day of music, games, performances and gift-sharing.At the event, more than 2,000 children and...
