THE state of Nigeria's management of its solid minerals is to say the least disgraceful and this should worry our leaders on several scores. There is huge loss of revenue as well as loss of lives from the inexplicable neglect of the sector.
Why is government averse to developing solid minerals? Why is government determined to run an economy based solely on oil? Where are the fulfilments of the pledges to provide for Nigerians, protect our lives and property?
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