Global Powers Compete for Africa's Resources & Partnership
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.
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Trump: U.S. Control of Greenland Non-Negotiable
President Trump demands U.S. annexation of Greenland for national security, sparking a crisis. Greenland's PM rebuffs, choosing Denmark. Read the full details.
Nigeria Opens Gold Refinery, Lithium Plant Set for Commissioning
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.
FG Unveils Gold Refinery, $600m Lithium Plant Ready
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.
FG Flags Off Lagos Gold Refinery, $600m Lithium Plant
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.
DSS Seizes 7 Trucks of Illegal Lithium in Kwara
DSS and Solid Minerals Ministry intercept seven trucks illegally transporting lithium ore in Ilorin. Joint operation targets mineral theft. Suspects arrested. #IllegalMining #NigeriaMinerals
SanDisk Rebrands SSD Line as Optimus at CES
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.
Green Industrialisation Wave Redefines Africa's Economy in 2026
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.
Professionals Powering Nigeria's Mining Sector Growth
Insights from Segilola Resources' leaders on unlocking Nigeria's solid minerals potential, creating jobs, and driving sustainable economic diversification away from oil dependency.
Trump's Nigeria Threat: The Real Motives Behind Military Talk
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.
China's Rare Earths Mining Boom in Jiangxi Province
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.
Lagos School Honoured for Academic and Behavioural Standards
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.
DR Congo Peace Deal Signed, Implementation in Doubt
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 Harnesses Minerals for Economic Growth
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.
Trump signs Rwanda-DRC peace deal as fighting rages
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.
Trump brokers Rwanda-DRC peace pact as fighting continues
US President Donald Trump brings together Rwanda's Kagame and DRC's Tshisekedi to sign a peace accord. The deal, amid ongoing clashes, aims to unlock access to critical minerals like cobalt in the conflict-ridden eastern DRC.
China's Rare Earth Control Shapes US Trade Relations
China's decades-long strategy to dominate rare earth minerals gives Beijing crucial leverage in ongoing trade negotiations with the United States. Discover how this impacts global technology and defense sectors.
Workshop Aims to Solve Mining Finance Challenges
ORDF and SMDF will host a workshop on Dec 9, 2025 in Abuja to address mining sector funding gaps and develop a sustainable finance framework for Nigeria's economic growth.
EU-Africa Summit: Trade, Minerals & Ukraine Talks
European and African leaders gather in Angola for crucial talks on trade, critical minerals and security cooperation amid US-European rift over Ukraine peace plan. Read more.
EU-Africa Summit: Trade, Minerals & Ukraine Talks
European and African leaders gather in Angola for critical talks on trade, minerals and Ukraine crisis. Discover how this summit reshapes continental partnerships.
Nigeria pushes for fair mineral trade at G20
Nigeria urges G20 leaders to back a global framework for fair critical mineral trade and ethical AI standards. VP Shettima represented President Tinubu, calling for value addition in Africa.
Tinubu Calls for Fair Mineral Trade, AI Ethics at G20
President Tinubu advocates for equitable mineral benefits, AI governance, and financial reforms at G20 Summit. Nigeria pushes for value addition and ethical technology standards.
G20 South Africa Declaration: Minerals, Debt, Climate
The G20 summit in South Africa endorsed a declaration focusing on critical minerals, climate finance, and debt relief for developing nations. Discover the key outcomes.
Nigeria Drives Solid Minerals Growth at 2025 Summit
Nigeria's government outlines bold reforms for the solid minerals sector at the 2025 AGJEC/GGCE Summit, focusing on value addition, job creation, and empowering women and youth in mining.
Mining Marshals Boost Capacity to Crush Illegal Mining
Minister Alake reveals plans to enhance Mining Marshals' logistics to combat illegal mining nationwide, reclaim 90 sites, and boost revenue to N26bn. Read more.
G7 Talks: Ukraine Aid & Critical Minerals on Agenda
G7 foreign ministers meet in Canada to address funding for Ukraine's war effort and counter China's dominance in critical mineral supply chains. Key global partners join the talks.
US Must Counter China's Rare Earth Dominance with Market Tactics
Strategic minerals expert warns America needs urgent market interventions to counter China's dominance in rare earth metals critical for defense and green technology.
G7 Moves to Counter China's Critical Minerals Dominance
World's wealthiest economies unite to counter China's dominance in essential minerals powering electric vehicles and clean energy technologies. Discover how this global shift could create new opportunities for Nigeria's mining sector.
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