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...
Transformers’ Podcast Recap: ESG in Gold Mining – The Future of Sustainable Resource Development
ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) principles are no longer optional—they are a strategic necessity for mining companies aiming for long-term success. Segilola Resources is setting the benchmark in sustainable gold mining with: Environmental Stewardship – A comprehensive Environmental Management Plan (EMP) to mitigate impact. Water Conservation – 85% of process water reclaimed for reuse. Energy Efficiency – Transitioning to CNG-powered systems to cut...
Alake resolves Osun/Segilola rift in parley with Gov Adeleke and Segilola Management
*Photo: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* The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake has stressed that a harmonious relationship between state governments and mining...
India celebrates historic milestone in coal production
Coal production in India has hit a record high of 1 billion tons in the fiscal year ending March 31, according to Mines Minister G. Kishan Reddy. With its rapidly growing economy, the country largely relies on coal for domestic power generation.The world’s second biggest consumer of coal after China, India generates some 74% of its electricity from coal-based...
AFNIS 2025 Set to Drive Local Content and Strategic Partnerships in Africa’s Natural Resource Sectors
The 4th African Natural Resources and Energy Investment Summit (AFNIS) 2025 is set to return to Abuja, Nigeria, from July 15-17, 2025, bringing together high-level stakeholders to shape the future of Africa’s resource-driven economy. Hosted by the Federal Ministry of Solid Minerals Development in collaboration with 8 other Federal Ministries and agencies, AFNIS 2025 will be held under the...
FG Nabs 327 Illegal Mining Suspects, As Mining Marshals Recover 98 Sites In One Year
*Photo: Dr Dele Alake, Minister of Solid Minerals Development(left) * With the Mining Marshals marking one year in existence on Friday 21st March 2025, 327 suspected illegal miners have been arrested within the period. The Mining Marshals, which is a force specially created to secure mining sites in the country, also recovered a total of 98 sites from illegal miners. Briefing journalists...
