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Tragedy in Zamfara: families mourn as mine collapse claims lives, rescue efforts ongoing

By Energy Worth A cloud of grief has descended on the quiet Kadauri Community in Maru Local Government Area of Zamfara State, after a mining pit collapsed Thursday night, trapping and killing several artisanal miners who had gone in search of daily sustenance. So far, 10 bodies have been recovered, with more feared trapped beneath…

FG revokes 1,263 mineral licences over non-payment of annual fees

Energy Worth2 weeks ago05 mins

The revoked titles include 584 exploration licences, 65 mining leases, 144 quarry licences, and 470 small-scale mining leases.

Nigeria Mining Week marks 10th Anniversary with expanded industry forums and global focus

Energy Worth4 weeks ago03 mins

This anniversary edition offers a unique opportunity to celebrate progress while charting a path toward global competitiveness.

Alake orders seal-off of illegal gold mining site in FCT

Energy Worth1 month ago03 mins

The order comes shortly after a successful operation by mining marshals that led to the sealing of another illegal mining site around the District 2 Extension layout in Gwagwalada on August 16, 2025.

Kaduna launches Nigeria’s first lithium processing plant

Energy Worth4 months ago03 mins

Kaduna is rich in untapped resources, with over 70 identified solid minerals, including gold, tin, coltan, wolframite, titanium, and iron.

AFC backs Mota-Engil Africa with EUR 100M facility to boost Gold Mining in West Africa

Energy Worth4 months ago04 mins

The funding will support the acquisition of equipment, inventories, and site infrastructure for the execution of three new gold- mining contracts in Côte d’Ivoire and Mali.

FG orders illegal miners out of Zamfara over lead poisoning

Energy Worth6 months ago04 mins

Mining operations in Zamfara have been suspended for the past six years, and as such, there should be no legitimate mining activity in the area.

Zamfara State Governor Lawal confirmed to address Nigeria Mining Week in Abuja

Energy Worth11 months ago11 months ago14 mins

The theme of this year’s Nigeria Mining Week conference is “From the inside out: Building the mining sector to be the cornerstone of Nigeria’s economy.”