Thor Explorations announces attendance at Mining Indaba 2025
*Kwara State Governor, AbdulRazaq AbdulRahman and another official at Mining Indaba* Thor Explorations Ltd., a company focused on gold exploration and production in West Africa, has announced its participation at the Investing in African Mining Indaba 2025 conference. The event, taking place from February 3-6, 2025, at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) in Cape Town, enjoys a strong Nigerian...
African Mining Indaba 2025 kicks off in South Africa with call to shape continent’s mining future
The African Mining Indaba 2025 kicked off on Monday in Cape Town, the legislative capital of South Africa, with South African Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources Gwede Mantashe calling for cooperation to shape the future of the continent's mining industry. The 31st Investing in African Mining Indaba runs until Thursday with a theme of "Future-Proofing African Mining, Today!" It...
Nasarawa is epicenter of mining in Nigeria-Alake
*Photo: Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Dele Alake (middle) flanked by Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State (right) and Minister of Defence, Abubakar Badaru(left)* The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake has emphasized the significance of Nasarawa State in advancing the nation's mining sector. Speaking while receiving Nasarawa state Governor, Gov Abdullahi Sule and Minister of...
NSCDC disrupts illegal mining activity in Osun… arrests suspects, destroys site
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Osun State Command, has dismantled and destroyed an illegal mining site located at Sambisa area, Kajola, Atakumosa West Local Government Area of Osun State. The operation, which took place on Friday, was led by the State Commandant, CC Igbalawole Sotiyo, as part of the corps’ ongoing efforts to combat illegal mining activities...
NSCDC arrests 15 suspected illegal miners in Edo
Operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) have arrested 15 suspects for allegedly engaging in illegal mining activities in Egbetua Community, Ososo in Akoko-Edo Local Government Area of Edo.Mr. Gbenga Agun, State Commandant of NSCDC, told newsmen on Thursday in Benin that the suspects were arrested at a gold mining site in Ode Forest by operatives...
Illegal mining: Minister warns against improper storage of explosives
*Photo L-R: Emir of Borgu, Alhaji Muhammad Haliru Dantoro; Minister of Information, Mohammed Idris and Niger State Governor, Umar Bago during the condolence visit to residents of Sabon Pegi in Mashegu Local Government Area on Wednesday following a recent dynamite explosion that claimed lives and the destruction of properties in the town* The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed...
Nigeria’s untapped mineral wealth: Opportunities for growth
By Engr Alexander Elemo, MNSE (Nig), FIEAust (Aus), & CPEng (Aus).Nigeria, blessed with an abundance of natural resources, remains a land of untapped potential when it comes to mineral wealth. While the country has historically leaned on oil as its economic mainstay, its vast deposits of underexplored and unexploited minerals hold the key to significant economic diversification. Unlocking...
Iron Ore: Occurrences, Mining Methods, Challenges, and Economic Importance
By Engr Fatai JImoh MNSME, R- comeg.AbstractIron ore is a vital mineral resource with significant economic importance. Nigeria is endowed with considerable iron ore deposits, which have been exploited for decades. This write-up provides an overview of the occurrences, mining methods, challenges, and economic importance of iron ore in Nigeria.IntroductionIron ore is one of the most significant mineral resources...
NSCDC Mining Marshal Squad Commander visits NMCO D-G, unfolds 2025 Operational Strategy
*Photo R-L: Squad Commander of the NSCDC Mining Marshals, AC John O. Attah, during a courtesy visit to the Director-General of the Nigeria Mining Cadastre Office (NMCO), Engr. Obadiah Nkom* The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps Mining Marshals have unveiled the year 2025 Strategic Operational plans which centered on enhancing field operations, improving on regulatory compliance, renewed fight against...
Senate Celebrates NMCO for Generating ₦12.2 Billion Revenue in 2024
*Photo: NMCO Director-General, Engr. Simon Obadiah-Nkom* The Senate has applauded the Nigeria Mining Cadastre Office (NMCO) for achieving an impressive revenue milestone of ₦12.2 billion in the 2024 fiscal year, marking a significant leap in the agency’s contribution to national economic growth. This commendation was made by the Senate Committee on Solid Minerals, chaired by Senator Ekong Samson, during...
