Solid Minerals MoU: We did not sign away mining rights to France – FG
The Federal Government has clarified that France is not taking over Nigeria ’s mining sector, solid minerals or security rights. Nigeria and France during President Bola Tinubu’s recent state visit to France signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to develop joint projects to promote and diversify both countries’ critical minerals value chains in the solid minerals sector, leading to speculations...
Women In Mining Nigeria Hosts E-Walk to Commemorate 2024 16 Days Of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence
Women in Mining Nigeria (WIMIN) marked the 2024 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) with a groundbreaking e-walk on December 4th. This global campaign, held annually from November 25th (International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women) to December 10th (Human Rights Day), aims to amplify voices against GBV and inspire collective action. The virtual event, led...
Revisiting Nigeria’s Mining Legacy: Lessons from the Past “Explore Nigeria’s historical mining operations and their impact on today’s industry”
By Engr Alexander Elemo, MNSE, FIEAust, CPEng, B(Hons)Eng Unilorin (Nig), M.Eng/Eng Mngt UniSA (Aus) & MBA AIB (Aus) *Photo:By Engr Alexander Elemo* Nigeria's mining sector boasts a rich history that dates back over a century, with its evolution significantly influencing the nation's economic landscape. Understanding this legacy offers valuable insights into the current state of the industry and provides lessons for...
Japaul Gold secures N26b sand mining contract to transform Lekki’s Gracefield into the next Banana Island, touts gold mining plans
Japaul Gold Ventures has unveiled a N26.0 billion contract for sand mining at Gracefield Island, a strategic development at the end of Chevron Drive, Lekki, Lagos. Chairman of the company, Jegede Paul said that the deal, which was signed with Gravitas Investment Limited, is to reclaim swamps from the lagoon,l and transform the area into a high-end residential and commercial...
Critical minerals: China bans exports to US of gallium, germanium, antimony in response to chip sanctions
China announced Tuesday it is banning exports to the United States of gallium, germanium, antimony and other key high-tech materials with potential military applications, as a general principle. The Chinese Commerce Ministry announced the move after the Washington expanded its list of Chinese companies subject to export controls on computer chip-making equipment, software and high-bandwidth memory chips. Such chips...
Australia based Engr Elemo writes for TheMiners every Thursday
*Photo: Engr. Alexander Elemo* Engr. Alexander Elemo brings over 12 years of experience in Australian mines, making him a distinguished writer in the mining sector, offering unique insights into the sector's grey areas. His extensive experience and contributions make him a valuable resource. Alexander Elemo will contribute his thoughts and insights to TheMiners Online every Thursday. Join us every Thursday on www.theminers.com.ng...
Kano directs mining permit holders to verify titles at Ministry of Solid Minerals Development
*Photo: Kano State Commissioner for Solid Minerals Development and Natural Resources, Alhaji Safiyanu Hamza Kachako* The Kano State Government has asked holders of mining permits to present such for verification to enable the government build a database of legal operators in the state. The State Commissioner for Solid Minerals Development and Natural Resources, Alhaji Safiyanu Hamza Kachako stated this in Kano. The...
Segun Tomori: Nigeria’s Solid Minerals Roadshow excites South African mining investors
By Segun TomoriThe maiden edition of the Investment Summit and Roadshow for Solid Minerals in Nigeria held recently in Johannesburg, South Africa, has come and gone, but the immense potential for transforming our mining sector is yet to be fully analyzed. Organized by the Nigerian High Commission to South-Africa in collaboration with Rosebank Capital, the investment forum showcased ongoing...
South Africa eyes Nigeria’s lithium for electric vehicle revolution
*Photo L-R: Presidents Bola Tinubu and Cyril Ramaphosa* President Ramaphosa has expressed South Africa's interest in collaborating with Nigeria to harness critical minerals, particularly lithium, to drive the green energy transition and support the development of electric vehicles (EV) batteries. He disclosed this on Tuesday in Cape Town, South Africa, at the Nigeria -South Africa Business Roundtable.He proposed leveraging Nigeria's vast...
Cross River State commences mandatory clearance of Mineral Title Holders
The Cross River State Government has commenced a mandatory clearance of all Mineral Title Holders in the state. The step, according to Prince Paul Effiong, Chairman of Cross River State Anti-Illegal Mining Committee and Taskforce, is a security check aimed at identifying lawful mining operations. Prince Effiong stressed that "This policy measure is taken by the government to address the challenges...
