Mining and quality of public services: The role of
In line with Table 5, it is suggested that a high level of perceived corruption of local officials has a negative role on the relationship between mining and assessment of government performance in improving living standards of the poor, improving essential health and education services, and handling public services. The corruption perception ...
Mining reforms to bring more power to state authorities in …
The new act should therefore see some of the powers of the Nigeria Mining Cadastre Office devolved to the state level. This, advocates argue, will give the local authorities …
New roadmap to increase investment in Nigeria's mining …
The Nigerian government is targeting $5bn in mining investments over the next 10 years under a new industry roadmap, as part of a broader drive to diversify …
Nigerian Mining Sector Brief | 1 Nigerian Mining …
nigerian mining sector brief 2017 2017 KPMG Advisory Services, a partnership registered in Nigeria, and a member of the KPMG network of independent member firms affliated with KPMG International Cooperative ("KPMG International"), a swiss entity.
How illegal mining is driving local conflicts in Nigeria
Section 1(1) of the Nigerian Minerals and Mining Act, 2007 gives the federal government ownership and absolute control over all mineral resources in the country, including the mining process.
New roadmap to increase investment in Nigeria's mining …
The Nigerian government is targeting $5bn in mining investments over the next 10 years under a new industry roadmap, as part of a broader drive to diversify revenue sources away from non-oil sectors. In August Kayode Fayemi, the minister of mines and steel development, unveiled a new strategic plan for the sector that targets expanding
COAL AND INDUSTRIAL MINERALS OF NIGERIA: THE ROLE OF ARTISANAL MINING
The exploration and mining of Nigerian barite are primarily by artisanal and small-scale miners (ASM) whose operations are characterized by poor productivity.
Mining, from The Report: Nigeria 2023
With greater government support and a growing role as a generator of export earnings, Nigeria's mining sector is poised to maximise its considerable potential in precious metals and gems. Total revenue from the sector is expected to rise by 25% to N3.6bn ($8.5m) in 2023, reflecting its resilience, as well as continued federal and state
Miners Association of Nigeria
Explore the Miners Association of Nigeria (MAN) and its mission to advance the mining sector in Nigeria. Learn how MAN collaborates with government bodies, financial institutions, and stakeholders to promote growth and development in the industry.
Arrests and attacks: tracking China's illegal mining in African
In July, Nigeria's Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) arrested 13 Chinese workers. Authorities alleged that the miners from W Mining Global Service were involved in illegal mining activities in …
Illegal mining by Chinese actors complicates Nigeria's …
Nigeria's natural resources have been exploited by foreign criminals for decades, and the extractive sector is the most recent target. Since early 2020, several Chinese nationals have been arrested in Nigeria for their involvement in illegal mining.
(PDF) An Empirical Analysis of the Contribution of Mining …
The domineering role of oil did not allow past ... Though Nigeria has great mining potentials for dev elopment of her economy ... government for the private sector to take the lead in the ...
An in-depth look at the current state of mining in Nigeria
Assessing Nigerian Mining against Global Best Practices. ... the Nigerian government has licensed gold refineries to produce the metal for export and for the Central Bank of Nigeria to become an off-taker, buying at international prices. ... Prior to that he fulfilled a managerial role for the company within the energy, oil and gas, power ...
Nigeria: Tax Incentives for Investment in Mining and Metals …
The Nigerian government, realizing the country's over reliance on oil revenue, has recognized the need to diversify the economy by focusing on other sectors such as mining. Adewole Orobiyi of Ernst & Young looks at the tax and regulatory incentives available for companies in the Nigeria mining and metals industry.
All you need to know about Nigeria's new mining law
Here is everything you need to know. In November, the Nigerian government unveiled plans to revise its crucial mining law, the Nigeria Minerals and …
Mining reforms to bring more power to state authorities in Nigeria
In 2019 the government made the decision to revise the Nigeria Minerals and Mining Act (NMMA), the law that has governed the sector since it came into force in 2007. However, as a result of the disruption caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, as well as other international and domestic challenges, the passage of the revised
Nigerian Mining Progress, but still a long way to go.
Nigeria's Mining regulatory framework: To further attract investment, generate revenues and develop the local mining industry, the Federal Government of Nigeria has begun legal, regulatory, institutional, and fiscal reforms for the mining sector. Key initiatives in this regard include the establishment and recent automation of a cadastral
OVERVIEW OF THE NIGERIAN MINING SECTOR: …
Baryte, bitumen, coal, gold, iron ore, and limestone, lead-zinc and coal have been identified by the Federal Government through the Ministry of Mines and Steel …
OVERVIEW OF THE NIGERIAN MINING SECTOR: …
It is critical that Nigeria positions its mining sector to attract foreign investment and partnerships as is the case in Angola, South-Africa and other African nations who have made veritable progress in creating a better business environment for investors in the mining sector. Regulatory Framework of the Nigerian Mining Sector
NIGERIAN MINERALS AND MINING ACT
NIGERIAN MINERALS AND MINING ACT . An Act to repeal the Minerals and Mining Act, No. 34 of 1999 and re-enact the Nigerian ... Economic Zone is and shall be vested in the Government of the Federation for and on behalf of the people of Nigeria. (2) All lands in which minerals have been found in commercial quantities shall, from
Forces of Terror: Armed Banditry and Insecurity in North-west Nigeria
North-west Nigeria has been hit by an unprecedented wave of kidnappings, maiming, killings, population displacements, cattle rustling, and disruption of socio-economic activities due to the rise of armed bandits in the region. These events have created a climate of uncertainty that has become a cause for concern for the …
FG arraigns eight Chinese, Nigerian for illegal mining
The Federal Government has arraigned eight Chinese nationalities and one Nigerian for their involvement in illegal mining activities in the Lokpaukwu community, Umuchieze, within the Umunneochi ...
Nigerian Mining Sector Brief: Fourth Edition, June 2024
Based on the Nigerian Gross Domestic Product Report for Q4 2023, published by the National Bureau of Statistics, the total contribution of the Mining sector (i.e., coal mining, …
(PDF) Role of Government in Ensuring Safety Consciousness …
Conclusion and Recommendations In line with the aim, the study assessed the role of government in safety consciousness during mining activities in Nigeria. Government actions and inactions have significantly affected the development of the mining sector.
A Guide To Navigating The Legal Regime Of The Nigerian Mining …
The Nigerian mining sector is popularly rife with the following impediments- illegal mining, inadequate financing, security, infrastructure deficit, FG and State government clashes, etc. However, coupled with FG's policies gravitated towards diversifying the economy into a non-oil based one, and given the resurgence of the …
Nigeria's Emerald Mining: Geological, Gemmological, …
Explore Nigeria's emerald mining industry, including its geological and gemmological aspects, market dynamics, and ethical considerations. Discover the unique features of Nigerian emeralds and their value in the global market.
Lithium – A Potential Game Changer For The Nigerian Mining …
While government's position in the renowned Tesla deal is understandably reasonable, the authors believe that there are still opportunities for Tesla's involvement in the Nigeria's high-grade lithium ecosystem.
Addressing Sustainability in the Mining Industry Through …
The newspaper actively reports on mining activities and related actions, publishing stories about local actors, nation-wide environmental organizations and government-level actors. The selected 88 newspaper articles were published between September 2017 and August 2019.
Nigerian government to tackle illegal mining
The Federal Government of Nigeria announced last week that it had commissioned 50 operation vehicles to bolster the efforts of its Special Mines Surveillance Task Force and State Minerals Resources and Environmental Management Committee to crackdown on illegal mining in the country. The Mining Ministry believes that a surge in …
Nigerian Mining Corporation – Bureau of Public Enterprises (BPE)
Nigerian Mining Corporation BACKGROUND. The NMC is a Federal Government Public Statutory Corporation established by Decree number 39, as contained in Gazette No 54, Vol. 59 of 1972, and amended by Decree 34 of 1976 (now NMC Act, Cap. 317, 1990).