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Safeguarding Nigeria through Forest, Mineral, and Food Security
Nigeria's national sovereignty relies on the effective protection of its forests, mineral deposits, and food systems from internal threats and illegal exploitation.
Solid Minerals Ministry and NIMC join forces to enhance digital oversight and regulation
The Ministry of Solid Minerals Development and NIMC are collaborating to use digital identity systems to improve regulation, security, and accountability within Nigeria's mining sector.
Taraba officials detain suspected illicit gold miners in Bali operation
Taraba state authorities arrested several suspects for illegal gold mining in Gangtu village, pledging further legal action to protect regional mineral resources.
Zamfara Governor Inaugurates $200 Million Lithium Facility Expected to Employ 2,000 People
Governor Dauda Lawal has launched a $200 million lithium plant in Zamfara, a project expected to create 2,000 jobs and boost the state's economic industrialization efforts.
NSCDC Detains 671 for Illegal Mining, Citing Economic Sabotage
The NSCDC has arrested 671 suspected illegal miners, with 397 cases currently under prosecution, as mining revenue reportedly increased by 337 percent between 2023 and 2026.
De Beers halts operations at top South African mine amid diamond market slump
De Beers is suspending production at its flagship South African Venetia mine for two years as the company battles falling prices and increased competition from lab-grown alternatives.
Nigerian Lawmakers Push for Reforms to Halt Illegal Mining and Financial Crimes
Nigerian lawmakers are launching a comprehensive review of the mining sector to address rampant illegal exploitation, money laundering, and the resulting loss of national revenue.
Federal Government targets illicit mining operations, apprehends two in Osun State
Federal authorities arrested two individuals for illegal mining in Osun State, marking a broader nationwide push to sanitize the sector and enforce the Nigerian Minerals and Mining Act.
Governor Lawal Launches $200 Million Lithium Facility in Zamfara to Generate 2,000 Jobs
Governor Dauda Lawal has commissioned a $200 million lithium processing plant in Zamfara State, an initiative expected to create 2,000 jobs and modernize the local mineral sector.
Zamfara State Governor Launches $200 Million Lithium Facility
Governor Dauda Lawal has inaugurated a new $200 million lithium mining and processing plant in Zamfara State, aiming to boost local industrialization and economic growth.