11 Sep 25

Navigating the Path to Prosperity: Challenges and Solutions in Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining (ASM)

Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining (ASM) is a dominant force in Nigeria’s solid minerals sector. It’s estimated that ASM miners account for over 85% of the country’s mining activities, providing a critical source of livelihood for millions of people in rural communities. However, this sector, largely informal and unregulated, is riddled…

11 Sep 25

A New Direction: Policy Reforms Driving Growth in Nigeria’s Solid Minerals Sector 📈

For too long, Nigeria’s vast solid mineral resources existed in a paradox: immense potential on one hand, but stunted growth and minimal economic contribution on the other. This stagnation was largely due to outdated laws, weak institutional frameworks, and a lack of clear policy direction. Today, this is changing. The…

11 Sep 25

The Bedrock of Success: The Importance of Geological Surveys in Unlocking Mineral Wealth

In the world of mineral exploration, nothing is more critical than a solid foundation of data. A successful mining industry is not built on hope or guesswork; it is built on a deep, scientific understanding of the earth beneath our feet. This is where geological surveys play a pivotal role.…

10 Sep 25

The Golden Dawn: The Future of Gold Exploration and Export in Nigeria 💰

For years, Nigeria’s gold mining sector was largely a story of untapped potential, dominated by informal and artisanal miners with limited contribution to the national economy. But a new era is dawning. With global gold prices consistently strong and a government committed to economic diversification, the future of gold exploration…

10 Sep 25

The Driving Force: The Role of NEPC (Nigerian Export Promotion Council) in Mineral Export Growth

For decades, Nigeria’s economy has been defined by its oil exports. However, in recent years, the Nigerian government has made a strategic and determined push to diversify its revenue streams. At the forefront of this effort is the Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC), a federal agency with a clear mandate:…

09 Sep 25

Unlocking Nigeria’s Industrial Future: The Power of Smelting and Refining

Nigeria sits on an estimated $700 billion worth of solid mineral reserves, a vast, untapped potential that has long been overshadowed by the nation’s reliance on crude oil. While the current focus is on mining these resources, the real key to unlocking this wealth lies not in extraction, but in…