The Federal Government has dismissed claims by the Northern Elders Forum that it established a national gold refinery in Lagos, clarifying it's a private sector project. Read the full details of the dispute.
The Federal Ministry of Solid Minerals Development clarifies that the Lagos gold refinery is a private venture, not a federal project, amid NEF's opposition. Read the full details.
Nigeria's Minister of Solid Minerals, Dele Alake, secures a second term as head of the Africa Minerals Strategy Group, outlining plans for continental collaboration and value addition. Read more.
The Federal Ministry of Solid Minerals Development refutes Northern Elders Forum's allegation of violating federal character. Ministry confirms Lagos gold refinery is a private initiative by Kian Smith, aligning with national value-addition policy.
Africa's vast minerals, youth, and tech hubs are attracting new global partnerships. We analyze the strategies of Europe, China, UAE, India, and the US as they vie for influence.
President Trump demands U.S. annexation of Greenland for national security, sparking a crisis. Greenland's PM rebuffs, choosing Denmark. Read the full details.
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.
Nigeria's value-addition drive takes off with a new gold refinery in Lagos and a $600 million lithium processing plant in Nasarawa, announced by Minister Dele Alake in Riyadh.
Dr. Shuaib Belgore announces the 14th National Council on Lands, Housing and Urban Development in Ilorin, focusing on policy alignment for affordable housing and sustainable cities. Read more.
DSS and Solid Minerals Ministry intercept seven trucks illegally transporting lithium ore in Ilorin. Joint operation targets mineral theft. Suspects arrested. #IllegalMining #NigeriaMinerals
SanDisk announces a major rebrand of its internal SSDs to the Optimus lineup, aiming to simplify consumer choice. Discover the new GX and GX PRO series.
Residents of Eleme Kingdom celebrate as monarch King Dr. Appolus Chu's visionary road network opens up the area, boosts land value, and improves security. Read about the community's dramatic change.
House Committee insists NDDC's N1.75 trillion 2025 budget must bring tangible development to Niger Delta communities. Chairman Ibori-Suenu vows rigorous oversight for accountability.
A new report reveals Africa's green industrialisation is accelerating, driven by renewable energy and critical minerals. Discover how this shift is redefining the continent's economic outlook and attracting global investment.
Egbin Power Plc reaffirms its commitment to inclusive development through its annual football tournament, a key PCSR initiative empowering youth and strengthening community bonds in its host areas. Discover how the GenCo is investing in sustainable growth
Insights from Segilola Resources' leaders on unlocking Nigeria's solid minerals potential, creating jobs, and driving sustainable economic diversification away from oil dependency.
Vice President Kashim Shettima declares stable families as the bedrock of Nigeria's cohesion and progress. Read his full remarks from a Makurdi wedding.
Ohanaeze Ndigbo announces N35m for Igbo studies chairs & N50m for new development bodies. New Enugu HQ nears completion. Leaders call for unity and global cultural projection.
Analysis: Trump's threat of military action in Nigeria echoes imperial 'white man's burden.' We examine three real motives: rare-earth minerals, evangelical voters, and racist grievances. Read more.
Kaduna State's 2026 budget allocates N100m to each of its 255 wards for grassroots projects. Education receives the largest share at 25% of the N985.9bn budget. Read details of the historic plan.
Lagos State Government commits to collaboration with NIOB to enforce building standards, ensure safety, and promote sustainable urban growth. Learn about the new regulatory push.
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.
Pricon College in Lagos receives a prestigious award from the Solid Family Counseling Foundation for its outstanding academic performance and promotion of good behaviour and empathy among students.
The UAE has launched a $1 billion 'AI for Development' initiative to finance AI projects in Africa, aiming to enhance digital infrastructure, government services, and productivity across the continent.
The Ministry of Regional Development has inaugurated a Core Working Group to coordinate policies and promote inclusive growth across Nigeria's geopolitical zones. Learn about the strategy.
Governor Dauda Lawal unveils Zamfara's first comprehensive 10-year development roadmap, focusing on six key pillars to transform the state's economy and security. Read the full plan.
A new peace deal for DR Congo was signed in Washington, but intense fighting continues in the east. Can this agreement, focused on minerals and a ceasefire, bring lasting peace?
Anambra State ramps up efforts to harness its vast mineral resources for industrial growth. Officials cite illegal mining as a major challenge causing revenue loss. Discover the plan for sustainable development.
US President Donald Trump hosts leaders of Rwanda and DR Congo to sign a peace and economic deal, despite intense fighting continuing in eastern DRC. Read the full story.