The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, met with a Chinese delegation to discuss the establishment of a company to produce mining chemicals in Nigeria. The meeting, held on Tuesday, aimed to explore the production of chemicals used for blasting at mining sites.
Chen Xiao Xing, Vice Chairman of the China National Association of Engineering Consultants, attended the meeting. The ministry shared photos of the meeting on its official X page, stating that the discussion focused on setting up a company for the production of mining chemicals.
This development comes as the Nigerian government seeks to boost the mining sector’s growth and reduce reliance on imported chemicals. The establishment of a local production company could create jobs, stimulate economic growth, and enhance the country’s mining industry.
The meeting demonstrates the government’s efforts to attract foreign investment and collaborate with international partners to develop Nigeria’s solid minerals sector. By producing mining chemicals locally, Nigeria can reduce its dependence on foreign imports and promote sustainable mining practices.
Key points:
- Minister Dele Alake met with Chinese investors to discuss establishing a mining chemicals production company.
- The meeting aimed to explore local production of chemicals used for blasting at mining sites.
- The government seeks to boost the mining sector’s growth and reduce reliance on imported chemicals.
- The establishment of a local production company could create jobs and stimulate economic growth.
