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The Great Cleanup: Why 2026 is the End of the Road for Illegal Mining in Nigeria

Obinna Ede
Artisanal and Small Scale Mining, Blog, Mining & Natural Resources, Mining Industry News, Mining Laws and Regulations, Mining Safety, Nigerian Mineral Exchange, Sustainable Mining

Stop illegal mining in Nigeria. Join the 2026 formalization drive. Get expert help with mining licenses, trading permits, and free mining cooperative guides at NME.

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The Proposed 6-Month Mining Suspension in Northern Nigeria: Facts, Implications, and the Future of the Industry

Northern Governors’ proposed mining ban: we separate rumors from facts. Read the authoritative guide on security, formalization, and the future of the industry.

A symbolic image featuring a glowing shield and a navigator's compass placed on a vintage map of Nigeria, with various minerals scattered around, representing a secure and guided entry into the country's mineral wealth.

Introducing the Nigerian Mining Investment Navigator: Secure Your Entry Into Nigeria’s Mineral Wealth

Discover the Nigerian Mining Investment Navigator, your trusted roadmap to secure & profitable mining investments in Nigeria. Learn how vetted opportunities, due diligence, and local expertise can transform uncertainty into strategic success.

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How Equipment Suppliers Can Profit from Nigeria’s Fast-Growing Mining Market

Sell mining equipment, services, or events in Nigeria. NME connects you with miners, suppliers & investors- advertise directly to a growing audience.

Vibrant bi-color (green and pink) Nigerian tourmaline crystal from a deposit in Nigeria, showcasing the country's gemstone wealth.

A Guide to Nigeria’s Gemstone Deposits: State-by-State Treasure Map

Discover Nigeria’s gemstone goldmine! The state-by-state guide reveals locations for tourmaline, sapphire, garnet, and more. Unlock a billion-dollar industry.

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Kaduna State Mining Sector: An Overview

Kaduna State mining sector overview. Explore key mineral resources like gold and lithium, regulatory frameworks, and major players. Learn about challenges and opportunities.

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EFCC Recovers ₦100 Million in Unpaid Mining Royalties, Hands Over to FG

The EFCC recovered ₦100M from mining firms, signaling a new era of government reforms and compliance in Nigeria’s solid minerals sector.

Dr. Dele Alake, Nigeria's Minister of Solid Minerals Development, speaks at the National Steel Summit, announcing the government's plan to revoke 1,000 dormant mining licenses.

FG Announces Plans to Revoke 1,000 More Dormant Mining Licenses

Nigeria plans to revoke 1,000 more dormant mining licenses, continuing its “use it or lose it” policy to combat speculation and boost the solid minerals sector.

A split image showing the transformation of raw materials into finished products. On the left, raw iron ore, limestone, and a gold-bearing rock. On the right, the refined products: a steel beam, a bag of cement, and a solid gold bar, representing the value-added opportunity in Nigeria's mineral processing industry.

The Nigerian Mineral Processing Industry: Unlocking a N3 Trillion Opportunity

Unlocking Nigeria’s N3 trillion mineral processing opportunity. This article explores investing in solid minerals, from raw extraction to value-added industrial materials.

Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi with a representative from a Chinese firm, Minsheng Group, to formalize a new mining agreement.

Bauchi’s Mining Blueprint: A Model for Economic Diversification in Nigeria

Bauchi state’s new mining company and foreign partnership offer a blueprint for economic diversification, job creation, and sustainable revenue for other Nigerian states.

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