President Bola Tinubu emphasized the need for a united African strategy to develop the continent's solid mineral resources during a speech in Abuja. He urged African nations to shift focus from exporting raw materials to enhancing value addition, industrialization, and regional collaboration, according to Vanguard.

President Tinubu inaugurated a lithium plant in Nasarawa, emphasizing the need for Nigeria to advance beyond exporting raw minerals. He stated that the government aims to develop local industries, create jobs, and enhance the country's role in the global clean energy value chain.

The Federal Government of Nigeria has requested that Hasetins Commodities Limited maintain adequate safety measures during the construction of a $400 million rare earth processing plant in Nasarawa State. This project is currently underway and emphasizes the importance of safety protocols at the construction site.

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has called on African nations to cease the export of raw minerals and focus on enhancing value addition through processing, technology transfer, and industrial development. He emphasized the need for collaboration among African countries to ensure the continent maximizes its benefits from its abundant mineral resources, according to Premium Times Business.

Kogi Governor, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, has instructed security and revenue authorities to initiate a crackdown on miners who are evading taxes. This directive aims to address the issue of tax evasion within the mining sector in Kogi State, as part of efforts to enhance revenue collection.

Alake has issued a warning to mining firms regarding their agreements with host communities, emphasizing that these communities should benefit from the resources extracted from their land. He stated that there will be consequences, including potential revocation of licenses, for companies that fail to meet this responsibility, according to Premium Times Business.