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FG to support mining coys prioritising local content
The Federal Government says it will support mining companies that prioritise local content in their operations.…
Earth Treasures: Sanidine Mineral
By Chisom Ibemere
Sanidine is a feldspar mineral in the potassium-rich alkali feldspar group which was first…
Earth Treasures: Petoskey Stone
By Chisom Ibemere
Petoskey stone is composed of fossilized coral that is found specifically in Michigan, USA. It…
Earth Treasures: Eclogite Rock
By Chisom Ibemere
Eclogite is a metamorphic rock whose formation occurs under high pressures and temperatures…
Earth Treasures: Rhyolite Rock
By Chisom Ibemere
Rhyolite, an igneous rock formed from volcanic activity which is primarily composed of quartz,…
Value addition is new standard in mining operations – Alake
The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Dele Alake has declared value addition as the new indispensable…
Earth Treasures: Fulgurites Resource
By Chisom Ibemere
Fulgurites commonly called "fossilized lightning", are natural tubes, clumps, or masses of…
Earth Treasures: Anorthosite Rock
By Chisom Ibemere
Anorthosite is a type of intrusive igneous rock which consists of plagioclase feldspar…
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…
