The Federal Government has commenced operations at a high-purity gold refinery in Lagos, with three more under development. A $600 million lithium plant in Nasarawa is also ready, marking a major shift in Nigeria's mining sector.
Nigeria's Federal Government confirms operational gold refinery in Lagos and a $600 million lithium plant in Nasarawa, marking a strategic move towards local mineral processing and clean energy supply chains.
DSS and Solid Minerals Ministry intercept seven trucks illegally transporting lithium ore in Ilorin. Joint operation targets mineral theft. Suspects arrested. #IllegalMining #NigeriaMinerals
Nigerian geoscientist Fidelis Onwuagba's pioneering research in the US is reshaping understanding of groundwater contamination, earning awards and providing critical data for public health and environmental management. Read his inspiring story.
Cross River IRS suspends new tax assessments to align with the 2025 Tax Act, aiming to curb leakages and enforce digital payments. Rangers also train to combat illegal mining in the national park.
The Oyo State Government suspends the Sobaloju of Ofiki, Chief Jacob Adefabi Sobaloju, for alleged illegal mining and violating Executive Order 001/2023. Read the full details of the investigation and government action.
China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi criticizes the US capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, stating no country can act as the world's judge. Details on the diplomatic strain and China's economic ties with Venezuela.
Nigeria pledges to deepen its Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with China in 2026, focusing on infrastructure, trade, and technology transfer. Read the full details.
NSCDC's Mining Marshals arrest five men in Kuje, Abuja, for illegal mining and impersonating security officials. Suspects used a marked Hilux to bypass checkpoints. Read more.
Insights from Segilola Resources' leaders on unlocking Nigeria's solid minerals potential, creating jobs, and driving sustainable economic diversification away from oil dependency.
Beijing imposes sanctions on 20 US defence companies, including Boeing, after a major US arms sale to Taiwan. Tensions escalate over the island's status.
Segilola Resources, operator of Nigeria's first commercial gold mine, capped an impactful year with a festive celebration for over 2000 children in Osun State. The event highlights the company's commitment to sustainable community development and social w
Northern Governors and traditional rulers have launched a unified security plan, suspending mining for 6 months and creating a N1bn monthly fund. Can this bring lasting peace?
Zamfara Governor Dauda Lawal urges stronger federal security collaboration to tackle insecurity. Meanwhile, Chinese mining companies deny involvement in illegal activities and fueling terrorism.
New research reveals how illegal mining, weak governance, and community exclusion drive violence in North-Central and North-West Nigeria. Experts warn blanket bans may worsen the crisis. Discover the evidence-based solutions.
Ecobank Group and Bank of China sign MoU to enhance trade, payments, and RMB services between Africa and China, building on a partnership started in 2010. Read more.
The China Mining Federation of Nigeria refutes allegations of funding terrorism, stating Chinese firms are victims of insecurity. Experts call for urgent action on illegal mining in Zamfara.
China imposes duties up to 42.7% on EU dairy, escalating a trade spat. EU calls the move unjustified. Get the latest on this economic clash.
Nigerian security experts call on President Tinubu to take immediate action against illegal mining in Zamfara, warning it fuels banditry and funds armed groups. Read the full report.
Security experts call on President Tinubu to urgently stop illegal mining in Zamfara, citing it as a major source of funding for bandits and a cause of insecurity.
Pastor Ezekiel Dachomo releases names of 12 Christians murdered by terrorists in Plateau State mining attack. Details on the victims and urgent calls for justice.
Explore how China's secretive rare earth mining in Jiangxi fuels global tech and defense, shaping trade wars and forcing EU and US to seek alternatives. Discover the strategic power buried in red soil.
Plans to mine Europe's largest rare earth deposit in Norway face delays over environmental fears for endangered beetles and mosses. Discover the clash between green energy goals and conservation.
A Nigerian mother shares her emotional story of moving to China for a scholarship, leaving her children behind to pursue her dreams. Her TikTok video sparked massive reactions online. Read her full story and see what people are saying.
China will tax condoms and contraceptive drugs from 2026 to encourage childbirth as births fall. Experts warn of risks like unplanned pregnancies. Read more on this policy shift.
Suspected herdsmen killed 12 artisanal miners and abducted three in Barkin Ladi, Plateau State. Community leaders urge security action amid Christmas season warnings.
Gunmen attacked a mining site in Plateau State's Barkin Ladi LGA, killing 12. Many are missing as security concerns rise. Governor Mutfwang pledges action.
China has imposed final anti-dumping duties on EU pork imports for five years, at reduced rates. The move follows trade tensions and an investigation into harm to China's domestic industry. Get the full details.
China announces five-year anti-dumping duties on EU pork imports, effective Dec 17. Rates are 4.9% to 19.8%, lower than previous temporary tariffs. Read the full trade dispute analysis.
China's retail sales grew at the slowest pace in nearly three years in November, data shows. Weak domestic demand contrasts with strong exports, highlighting economic challenges. Read the full analysis.