2-day African solid minerals summit, exhibition opens in Adamawa
From Blessing Luka, Yola A two- day summit and exhibition with focus on solid minerals and agriculture has ended in Yola, the Adamawa State capital. The Northeast 2025 African Mineral Summit and Exhibition, started on February 25, 2025, at the Lelewal Motels Conference Hall in Jimeta, Yola. Present were leaders in agricultural and solid mineral businesses from the North Eastern part...
Nasarawa Governor visits Ganfeng Lithium Industry refining plant in Ogun State
*Photo : Governor Abdullahi A. Sule (right) on arrival at the plant* Nasarawa State Governor, Engr. Abdullahi A. Sule has paid an inspection visit to Ganfeng Lithium Industry refining plant in Shagamu, Ogun State. Governor Sule was at the plant to track the lithium from Nasarawa being refined at the plant pending the completion of the plant in Endo, Nasarawa State...
44 of Ghana’s forest reserves facing attack by armed illegal miners – Lands Minister
The Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has revealed that 44 of Ghana’s forest reserves are under attack by armed gangs engaged in illegal mining activities widely known as galamsey. Buah said nine of theseforest reserves have been completely taken over by these illegal miners. “Mr Speaker, it will interest you to know that out of the 288...
Leveraging technology for sustainable mining in Nigeria
By Engr Alexander Elemo, MNSE (Nig), FIEAust (Aus), & CPEng (Aus). Nigeria's mining sector stands at a transformative juncture, where the integration of technology and innovation can pave the way for sustainable and efficient operations. By embracing advanced methodologies, Nigeria can not only enhance its mineral extraction processes but also mitigate environmental impacts, ensuring long-term economic and ecological benefits. Current Challenges in...
NASENI Director Olusunle now Fellow Nigerian Mining & Geosciences Society (FNMGS)
Photo: NASENI Research Director, Engr. Samuel Olugbenga O. Olusunle, FNMGS, (right) receiving the Conferment Award plaque and Certificate from Prof. Akinade Sadrach Olatunji, the President of the Nigerian Mining and Geosciences Society(NMGS)(left) A research director of the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI), Engr. Dr. Samuel Olugbenga O. Olusunle has been conferred with the prestigious Fellow of Nigerian...
Nigerian Mining and Geosciences Society honours Alake, Sule, Soludo, Buni… promotes innovation in mining sector
By Martha Agas The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Dele Alake has been conferred with an Honorary Fellow of the Nigerian Mining and Geosciences Society (NMGS) for his efforts in advancing Nigeria’s solid minerals sector. The award was presented to him on Tuesday in Abuja at the opening ceremony of the NMGS 60th Annual International Conference and Exhibition (AICE). In his...
Mining industry currently experiencing global paradigm shift – Dele Alake…conferred with honorary fellowship by NMGS
*Photo: Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Dele Alake* Nigeria's Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Dele Alake has said the mining industry is currently experiencing a global paradigm shift driven by the adoption of digital technologies. He stated this in his keynote address at the Opening of the 60th annual International Conference and Exhibition of the Nigeria Mining and...
Kaolin: Occurrences, mining methods, challenges and economic importance
By Engr Fatai JImoh MNSME, R- comeg. AbstractKaolin is a vital industrial mineral with various applications. Nigeria is endowed with considerable kaolin deposits, which have been exploited for decades. This write up provides an overview of the occurences, mining methods, challenges, and economic importance of kaolin in Nigeria. IntroductionKaolin, often referred to as "china clay," is a naturally occurring clay mineral...
Imperative of safeguarding Nigeria’s mineral wealth
By Martha Agas Illegal mining, a global cankerworm, is eating deep into Nigeria’s mineral wealth; it costs the nation billions of naira loss yearly. Nigeria is endowed with natural resources ranging from industrial metals to various precious stones. It has 44 types minerals spread across its states in commercial quantities, including the seven critical minerals needed for the energy transition. To highlight Nigeria’s...
Dozens of illegal miners killed in Mali gold mine collapse
Over 40 people, primarily women, lost their lives on Saturday when an illegal gold mine collapsed in Mali.The incident occurred near Kenieba in Mali’s gold-rich western Kayes region.According to a gold miners’ union leader, the victims had ventured into open-pit areas abandoned by industrial miners to search for gold remnants when the surrounding earth caved in.This marks Mali’s second...
