Gov Dauda Lawal visits Comet Star Industry, other mining companies…promises revenue boost as security improves in Zamfara
*Photo:Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State(right)* Zamfara Governor, Dauda Lawal has assured that there will be an increase in revenue following the significant improvements in security across the state. On Wednesday, the governor toured sites and mining factories in the Anka and Maru Local Government Areas. A statement by the spokesperson for the governor, Sulaiman Bala Idris, disclosed that the...
Mining Marshals dismantle heavily fortified illegal mining site in Nasarawa
The Mining Marshals have successfully dismantled a heavily fortified illegal mining site in Rafin Gabas, Kokona Local Government Area of Nasarawa State. The site, which had long evaded law enforcement, was reportedly protected by compromised security personnel. However, following a strategic and well-coordinated operation, the Mining Marshals penetrated the stronghold, leading to the arrest of three foreign nationals involved...
Equipment Needs for Nigeria’s Expanding Mining Sector,- By Tokunbo Aregbesola
*Bulldozer By Tokunbo AregbesolaThis report outlines the significant opportunities within Nigeria's burgeoning mining sector. Driven by government initiatives and increasing demand for mineral resources, the Nigerian market presents a strong potential for Komatsu's robust and reliable machinery. This report focuses on aligning Komatsu's product offerings with the specific earthmoving equipment requirements of the Nigerian mining industry.Market Analysis & Komatsu's...
Ghana’s Galamsey ‘Illegal mining’ Economy: The good, bad and ugly
By Michael Kwame Agbeze Illegal mining, popularly known as Galamsey, has been around for a long time, at least, in the early 90s, in places like Tarkwa-Nsuaem, Tarkwa, Bogoso and Obuase; however, not widespread as it is now. Since 2013, Galamsey has become widespread and transformed into a lucrative illegal business, attracting people from all walks of life, and even foreign...
Rose Chundung Ndong assumes office as 33rd president of Nigerian Mining and Geosciences Society
*Ms. Rose Chundung Ndong (FNMGS)The Nigerian Mining and Geosciences Society (NMGS) has announced the assumption of office of Ms. Rose Chundung Ndong (FNMGS) as its 33rd President, effective Tuesday, April 1, 2025. Her assumption of office follows a landmark election during the Society’s Diamond Jubilee Annual International Conference & Exhibition, held from February 16–21, 2025, at the ChidaInternational Hotel,...
Segilola Resources strengthens community bonds with infrastructure projects
As part of its unwavering dedication to sustainable development, Segilola Resources Operating Limited (SROL) is enhancing its host communities with two major infrastructure projects: the construction of a royal palace for Imogbara and the development of the Imogbara-Odo-Ijesa road. The 2.4 km road project, which commenced in late January, is being built with solid interlocking concrete blocks to ensure long-term...
Tinubu hails Kehinde Bamigbetan at 60
President Bola Tinubu sends warm greetings to the former Commissioner of Information and Ejigbo Local Council Development Area (LCDA) chairman in Lagos State on his 60th birthday on March 30. The President joins the family, friends, and associates of the renowned journalist, publisher, and political consultant in celebrating the milestone, already marked by many notable achievements and recognitions. President Tinubu acknowledges...
Sierra Leone’s Koidu Holdings Mining Workers threaten ‘big protest’ over 9-Year ‘unpaid wages’
*Sierra Leone's First Lady, Fatima Bio leads mining workers protest againat Koidu Holdings Days after the government of Sierra Leone brokered a “peace deal” to end strikes at Koidu Holdings’ diamond mines, angry workers are gearing up for a massive new protest, vowing to flood the streets on April 4th, 2025 unless the company pays salaries owed since 2016 and...
Ijesa elders praise Adeleke over resolution of dispute with Segilola, seek more allocation to Ijesaland
*Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke (middle, holding the certificate); Dr Dele Alake (5th from left); MD of Segilola, Segun Lawson and officials of Osun State government and Segilola Resources… after the reconciliation meeting held at the minister's office in Abuja Elders of Ijesa community of Osun State have thanked the governor of the state, Ademola Adeleke for securing a fair...
Kebbi moves to emerge Lithium processing hub as El-Tahdam secures $500m investment
Nigeria’s mining sector is on the cusp of a transformative era, spearheaded by the ambitious vision and strategic execution of El-Tahdam Exploration Limited.This burgeoning Nigerian mining company, established to unlock the nation’s vast reserves of crucial Electric Vehicle (EV) minerals and rare earth minerals such as Lithium, manganese, iron ore, copper, rubidium, gallium and graphite has rapidly emerged as...
