May 25
Nigeria: Nigeria, Türkiye Sign Mining Cooperation Agreement - - Minister
The Minister of Solid Minerals Development says the agreement with Türkiye will strengthen cooperation in mining technology, exploration and investment. Read more »
May 22
Nigeria: Tinubu's Reforms Reviving Mining Sector, Attracting New Investments - Minister
The solid minerals minister says ongoing reforms in the mining sector are attracting investments in lithium processing, gold refining and local mineral value addition as the… Read more »
May 15
Nigeria: Nigeria's Mining Data Exists Online, but Communities Most Affected Cannot Access It
While government agencies maintain digital systems intended to support transparency and oversight in the mining sector, many affected communities remain unable to access or use… Read more »
April 21
Nigeria: Court Adjourns Chinese Nationals' Illegal Mining Trial for Final Arguments
The eight Chinese nationals called only one witness in their defence in the illegal mining trial in Abuja. Read more »
April 17
Nigeria: Australian Firm Gets Six Lithium Mining Licences in Nigeria
The licences include four exploration permits and two small-scale mining licences, previously held by Continental Lithium Limited. Read more »
April 13
Nigeria: Why Nigeria Must Intensify Regulation of Its Booming Mining Sector
The urgency for reform is not merely economic, it is existential. A nation that fails to control its natural resources risks losing not just revenue, but sovereignty, stability,… Read more »
February 23
Nigeria: NOA Mourns Wase Mine Disaster Victims, Urges Stricter Safety Measures in Mining Sites
The Agency expressed deep sorrow over the incident and called for strict enforcement of safety regulations and improved protective measures across mining sites nationwide to… Read more »
February 19
Nigeria: Experts Say Carbon Monoxide Likely Cause of Plateau Miners' Deaths
Muhammad Abdullahi of the Anthony Nyong Climate Centre of Excellence, University of Jos, and Publicity Secretary of the Nigerian Meteorological Society, said the gas is commonly… Read more »
Nigeria: Explosion Kills Over 30 Miners in Plateau, Ministry Orders Mine Shut
"Others who sustained injuries are currently receiving treatment in nearby hospitals," the Plateau government said. Read more »
February 15
Nigeria: Three Killed, Four Injured As Mining Pit Collapses in Ebonyi
"We evacuated some overburden on top of some lifeless people, like three of them, and we rescued about four that were injured," an official said. Read more »
February 12
Nigeria: China Rejects U.S. Lawmakers' Allegations of Illegal Mining and Terror Financing in Nigeria
The Chinese embassy also rejected the claim that it was funding radical Islamic groups and ethnic militias to protect its mining interests. Read more »
Nigeria: U.S. Lawmakers Link Chinese Illegal Mining to Terrorism Funding in Nigeria
"The Secretary of State should work with the Government of Nigeria to counteract the hostile foreign exploitation of Chinese illegal mining operations and their destabilising… Read more »
February 02
Nigeria: Plateau Suspends Mining, Imposes Curfew Amid Fresh Attacks
Even as authorities moved to restrict mining in Bokkos, fresh violence was reported in Riyom Local Government Area, where at least three residents of the Kwi community were killed… Read more »
January 26
Nigeria: Katsina, Poland Discuss Strategic Partnership in Agriculture, Security, Mining
The Polish Ambassador, Mr Michal Cygan expressed Poland's preparedness to mobilise investors, universities and security institutions for concrete collaboration with Katsina Read more »
December 14, 2025
Nigeria: Unlicensed Gold Mining, Trade Leave Northern Ghana Exposed to Jnim Terrorists - Report
The report revealed that Ghanaian citizens are engaged in trade with JNIM, sometimes knowingly and at other times unknowingly. Read more »
November 30, 2025
Nigeria: Nigeria's Mines Rangers Bill Seeks to Curb Illegal Mining, Boost Government Revenue
The service will secure mining sites, enforce compliance with mining laws, and support revenue generation from the country's estimated $750 billion mineral wealth. Read more »
November 20, 2025
Nigeria: Illegal Mining Probe - Ministry Faults Reps Panel's Claim, Affirms Cordial Ties With Legislature
The committee had claimed that the solid minerals ministry and others had shown reluctance to engage constructively with it despite being central to the reforms and regulatory… Read more »
Nigeria: Illegal Mining Probe - Reps Committee Summons Alake, Others Over Lack of Cooperation
The committee said the perceived reluctance of the Ministry of Solid Minerals Development and other agencies to engage constructively with it has become a matter of concern to it. Read more »
October 31, 2025
Nigeria: How Trucks Crushed Mining Company Worker On Kogi's Dangerous Mining Road
Witnesses told our reporter that the deceased, a father of six, was riding behind a trailer leaving the Enjema coal depot when thick clouds of dust from the unpaved road, raised by… Read more »
October 28, 2025
Nigeria: Segilola Resources Cements Leadership in Nigeria's Mining Future
As Nigeria's mining renaissance gathers momentum, Segilola Resources Operating Limited stands at its forefront--proving that responsible mining can drive lasting transformation Read more »
September 11, 2025
Nigeria: Two Ansaru Terrorism Suspects Arraigned, One Jailed 15 Years After Pleading Guilty to Illegal Mining
The proceedings, which lasted over four hours, were held amid tight security around the court. Read more »
Nigeria: Reps Consider Bill to Protect Rights of Mining Host Communities
The bill seeks to create a commission that would protect the rights of communities where solid minerals are mined, and ensure they benefit directly from the resources extracted… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Govt Arraigns Two Ansaru Terrorism Suspects, One Convicted After Pleading Guilty to Illegal Mining
The proceedings, which lasted over four hours, were held amid tight security around the court. Read more »
August 19, 2025
Nigeria: Two Killed, Three Injured As Mining Pit Collapses in Ebonyi
The incident happened at Ajirija, a lead mining site in Ihietutu Community, Ishiagu, Ivo Local Government Area of Ebonyi State. Read more »
July 02, 2025
Nigeria: Japaul Gold Reshuffles Board, Gets New Chair
The company said his appointment "brings strong leadership, boardroom depth, and a renewed focus on corporate performance and shareholder value." Read more »
