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Earth Treasures: Anorthosite Rock
By Chisom Ibemere
Anorthosite is a type of intrusive igneous rock which consists of plagioclase feldspar…
Alake: Mining Licenses to Focus on Local Value Addition
By Agency Report
Dr. Dele Alake, the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, has reiterated the commitment of…
Exclusive: Illegal mining activities flourish on OAU land
By Femi Akinola
A group of miners have been carrying out illegal mining activities on the land of Obafemi…
Earth Treasures: Lapilli Rocks
By Chisom Ibemere
Lapilli is a term used for small, rounded volcanic rock fragments. The word "lapilli" comes…
Nigeria targets exploration of 44 minerals for economic stability
In a strategic move to diversify its economy, Nigeria, under the leadership of President Bola Tinubu, is making…
Earth Treasures: Cadmium Metal
By Chisom Ibemere
Cadmium is a soft, malleable, bluish white metal that occurs in zinc ores, and in the cadmium…
Mining: Expert urges youths to make gemstone industry source of livelihood
Dr Janet Adeyemi, the President of Women In Mining In Nigeria (WIMIN), has urged youths to explore opportunities…
Earth Treasures: Rubellite Gemstone
By Chisom Ibemere
Rubellite belongs to the tourmaline family and is a captivating and highly prized gemstone. It…
Earth Treasures: Raspberry Gemstone
By Chisom Ibemere
Raspberry beryl or red beryl, otherwise known as Pezzotta is a rare gemstone belonging to the…
Alake Advocates Use Of Mineral Equity Against Foreign Loan
By Femi Akinola
The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake has called on mineral-rich African…
