By Oke Peter
The 10th edition of Nigeria Mining Week (NMW), taking place from 13–15 October 2025 at the Abuja Continental Hotel, promises a landmark event for the nation’s mining industry with the introduction of dynamic new forums and international investor engagement.
Under the theme “Nigeria Mining: From Progress to Global Relevance”, this year’s conference and exhibition will feature focused sessions on gold, gemstones, steel, quarrying, and energy, alongside strategic gatherings such as the Kaduna State Deal Room and the Women in Extractive Industries Forum.
Hosted by the Ministry of Solid Mineral Development, and organised by the Miners Association of Nigeria, in collaboration with PwC Nigeria and VUKA Group, the event is set to attract over 2,300 industry professionals from more than 20 countries, with over 90 sponsors and exhibitors and 137+ expert speakers.
“For a decade, Nigeria Mining Week has been the premier platform to shape the national mining agenda,” said Habeeb Jaiyeola, Partner and Head of Mining Sector at PwC Nigeria. “This anniversary edition offers a unique opportunity to celebrate progress while charting a path toward global competitiveness.”
Newly introduced forums include:
* Kaduna State Deal Room – A confidential investment platform sponsored by Kaduna Mining Development Company.
* Power-to-Mines Forum – Addressing energy access as a catalyst for mining-led industrial growth.
* Gold & West Africa Forum – Highlighting Nigeria’s rising profile in the regional gold market.
* Steel Forum – Driving dialogue on local beneficiation and reducing steel import dependency.
* Gemstones Forum – Promoting Nigeria as a global gemstone hub through value addition and certification.
* Quarrying Forum – Focusing on innovation, sustainability, and infrastructure support.
* Women in Extractive Industries Forum – Advancing inclusion, leadership, and access to finance for women in mining.
“Nigeria Mining Week 2025 reflects the growing maturity of the sector,” said Samukelo Madlabane, Event Director at VUKA Group. “It’s not just a celebration—it’s a catalyst for the next decade of mining-driven growth.”
Key Sponsors include Titan Minerals Ltd (Diamond Plus Sponsor), KMDC, Mikano Motors, Sinogrand, Xugong Nigeria Company Ltd (Diamond Sponsors), and SMT Nigeria (Platinum Sponsor).
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