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Mineral resources
Earth Treasures: Datolite
By Chisom Ibemere
Datolite mineral is a calcium boron hydroxide nesosilicate which was first noticed by Jeus…
Earth Treasures: Aragonite
By Chisom Ibemere
Aragonite is known as a naturally occurring crystal of calcium carbonate mineral. It's…
Governor Adeleke suspends mining operations in Osun State
Yemi Olakitan
According to Governor Adeleke, not a single mining company that has operated in the state for the…
Earth Treasures: Axinite
By Chisom Ibemere
Axinite is a group of mineral with varieties of colours which is made up of Calcium aluminium…
Earth Treasures: Apatite
By Chisom Ibemere
Apatite refers to closely related minerals of the phosphate family with similar chemical and…
CALCITE
BY CHISOM IBEMERE
Calcite is known as one of the rock forming minerals of the Earth's Crust. It is called a…
AZURITE
BY CHISOM IBEMERE
Azurite is an ore of copper with a characteristic deep blue colour. It is not too common but…
FG to Establish mineral buying centers in Nigeria
By Fatima Saka
Minister of Mines and Steel Development Olamilekan Adegbite, has said the ministry…
Nigeria Mining income reaches N7.8 billion
Yemi Olakitan
The Ministry of Mines and Steel Development (MMSD) reported on Monday that revenue generation…
BENEFITS OF CONSUMING BLACK PLUM
BY CHISOM IBEMERE
Black plums are one of the most tasty and nutritious fruits that are cultivated widely across…
