By Ada Nkong The Federal Government and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) are partnering to strengthen Nigeria’s response to criminal and terrorist finance related to minerals. A statement signed by Mr Segun Tomori, Special Assistant Media and Publicity says officials of the UN agency Consulting the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr.… Continue reading FG Partners With UNODC To Strengthen Response To Mineral Terrorism
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Africa’S Largest Rare Earth Minerals Project in Nigeria to Create 10,000 Plus Jobs
By Ada Nkong The Federal Government has pledged full support to a $ 400 million Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) plan to build Africa's largest rare earth and critical minerals plant in Nasarawa State, potentially creating over 10,000 jobs nationwide. A statement signed by Segun Tomori, Special Assistant Media and Publicity to Minister of Solid Minerals… Continue reading Africa’S Largest Rare Earth Minerals Project in Nigeria to Create 10,000 Plus Jobs
Capacity Building: Australia, Commonwealth Facilitates Training for Mining Professionals
By Ada Nkong The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake has officially launched a capacity enhancement programme for the first batch of Nigerian mining professionals at Murdoch University, Australia. A statement by Segun Tomori , Special Assistant Media to the minister says the initiative is a key outcome of the Nigeria–Australia collaboration with… Continue reading Capacity Building: Australia, Commonwealth Facilitates Training for Mining Professionals
Minister Declares Support for Gemology and Gemstone Department UniAbuja
By Ada Nkong The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake has pledged unwavering support for the newly established Department of Gemology and Gemstones at Yakubu Gowon University, Abuja. A statement signed by Mr Segun Tomori, Special Assistant media and publicity says the initiative, the first of its kind in Africa, aligns with the… Continue reading Minister Declares Support for Gemology and Gemstone Department UniAbuja
US Tarrifs May Be A Blessing in Disguise, For Africa – Alake
By Ada Nkong The Minister of solid minerals development Dr. Dele Alake says the prevailing barrage of tariffs initiated by the United States of America may well be a blessing in disguise for African countries. A statement signed by Mr Segun Tomori special assistant media to the Minister says Alake made this remark at the… Continue reading US Tarrifs May Be A Blessing in Disguise, For Africa – Alake
Mining Marshals Dismantle Illegal Mining Stronghold in Nasarawa
By Ada Nkong The Minister of solid minerals Development,Dr Dele Alake has commended Mining Marshals for uncovering an illegal mining site in Nasarawa State. A statement signed by Mr Segun Tomori special assistant media to the Minister says the Mining Marshals successfully dismantled a heavily fortified illegal mining site in Rafin Gabas, Kokona Local Government… Continue reading Mining Marshals Dismantle Illegal Mining Stronghold in Nasarawa
France Reaffirms Commitment to Nigeria’s Mining Development Road Map
By Ada Nkong French Ambassador to Nigeria, Marc Fonbaustier has reaffirmed his nation’s commitment to remain Nigeria’s formidable ally in developing the solid minerals sector. A statement by Segun Tomori, special assistant media to the Minister says he made this remark while paying a courtesy call on the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele… Continue reading France Reaffirms Commitment to Nigeria’s Mining Development Road Map
Solid Minerals Corporation: Enduring Legacy for Mining Sector – Alake
The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake has assured Nigerians that the establishment of the Nigeria Solid Minerals Corporation will significantly transform the mining sector and lay the foundation for its sustainable development. The special adviser to the Minister on media and publicity,Mr. Segun Tomori said speaking on Monday while receiving the British… Continue reading Solid Minerals Corporation: Enduring Legacy for Mining Sector – Alake
Stakeholders Back License Review, Get Nod To Propose Royalties.
By Ada Nkong The federal government, in collaboration with stakeholders in the mining sector, have reached a consensus supporting the review of mining license rates after a recent three-hour meeting. This review aims to align the sector with current market realities and to ensure more effective management of Nigeria’s mineral resources.a statement signed by Mr… Continue reading Stakeholders Back License Review, Get Nod To Propose Royalties.
