19 h. ago Nigeria, South Africa Forge Strategic Mining Alliance To Drive Continental Growth

Nigeria and South Africa have formalised a partnership in mining development through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), a significant step towards strengthening bilateral ties under the Nigeria–South Africa Bi-National Commission, recently inaugurated by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and President Cyril Ramaphosa. The MoU, signed by Nigeria’s Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr […]

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53 h. ago Nigeria, South Africa deepen ties in solid minerals development

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja Nigeria and South Africa on Wednesday advanced their partnership in the solid minerals sector during a technical working session in Abuja. Nigeria’s Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Dele Alake, hosted South Africa’s Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources, Gwede Mantashe, to discuss mining sector cooperation. Alake emphasised that collaboration between […] The post Nigeria, South Africa deepen ties in solid minerals development appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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57 h. ago Nigeria, South Africa strengthen ties to curb continental energy deficit

The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Senator Heineken Lokpobiri Ph.D, has emphasized that Africa must begin to look inward for sustainable solutions to its energy challenges. This was made known in a statement signed by SA Media and Communication to the Minister, Nneamaka Okafor on Wednesday. The minister stated that boosting local production […] The post Nigeria, South Africa strengthen ties to curb continental energy deficit appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Utaka Urges Super Eagles Not To Give Up Hope For 2026 World Cup Qualification”

Former Nigerian international John Utaka has urged the Super Eagles players to remain determined and optimistic about qualifying for the 2026 World Cup. South Africa currently leads Group C with 13 points, while Nigeria finds itself in fourth place with seven points, just one point behind second-placed Rwanda and third-placed Benin, both of whom have […]

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4 d. ago Senate’ll ensure equitable spending of N1trn earmarked to revive moribund solid minerals sector

From Jude Owuamanam, Jos Chairman, Senate committee on Solid Minerals Development, Ekong Sampson, has said the 10th senate would ensure equitable use of the N1 trillion earmarked in 2025 budget by the Federal Government to revive the moribund solid mineral sector He said this is part of Federal Government’s effort to diversify the economy by […] The post Senate’ll ensure equitable spending of N1trn earmarked to revive moribund solid minerals sector appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago South Africa invites Nigeria to host G20 event, as Trump threatens boycott

South Africa has extended an invitation to Nigeria to host a G20 event in its capital city Abuja, an offer read more South Africa invites Nigeria to host G20 event, as Trump threatens boycott

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4 d. ago Senate vows equitable use of ₦1tn to revive solid minerals sector

From Jude Owuamanam, Jos Senator Ekong Sampson, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Solid Minerals Development, has pledged that the 10th Senate will ensure the equitable use of the ₦1 trillion allocated in the 2025 budget to revitalise Nigeria’s dormant solid minerals sector. Speaking through his deputy, Senator Mustaph Habib, during an oversight visit in […] The post Senate vows equitable use of ₦1tn to revive solid minerals sector appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago 2026 World Cup Qualifiers: “Don’t Give Up Yet, Anything Can Happen” –Utaka Charges Super Eagles

Former Nigerian international, John Utaka has urged Super Eagles players to maintain their determination and positive mindset in the remaining games to qualify for 2026 World Cup. Bafana Bafana of South Africa lead group C with 13 points, while Nigeria have just 7 points, a point behind Rwanda and Benin who have 8 points each. […] The post 2026 World Cup Qualifiers: “Don’t Give Up Yet, Anything Can Happen” –Utaka Charges Super Eagles appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Nigeria could gain from US tariffs, says Alake at AIM Congress

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja Nigeria’s Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Dele Alake, has suggested that US tariffs could benefit African economies by encouraging intra-African trade and local value addition. Speaking at the 14th Annual Investment Meeting (AIM) Congress in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, during a Fireside Chat session titled “The Alchemy of Foreign […] The post Nigeria could gain from US tariffs, says Alake at AIM Congress appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Makinde seeks US partnership in education, agribusiness, and solid minerals

By Taiwo Oluwadare, Ibadan Oyo State Governor ‘Seyi Makinde has reiterated his administration’s dedication to forming strategic partnerships with the United States in key areas like solid minerals development, agribusiness, education, and energy. Speaking through Deputy Governor Barrister Abdulraheem Bayo Lawal during a courtesy visit by a US Consulate delegation from Lagos, led by Kenise […] The post Makinde seeks US partnership in education, agribusiness, and solid minerals appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Alake orders illegal miners out of Zamfara over lead poisoning

The Federal Government has warned illegal miners to immediately vacate all sites in Zamfara, emphasising that all mining activities remain suspended until the release of standard operating procedures to guide the resumption of exploration in the state. The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Dele Alake, gave this warning on Tuesday, following reports of recent Read More

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1 week ago Burna Boy, Tyla Lead As African Artists Earned $58m On Spotify In 2024

Nigeria and South Africa’s music industries hit new heights in 2024, earning a combined $58 million in royalties from Spotify alone, according to the streaming giant’s latest report. Spotify, in a statement released on Thursday, revealed that African music genres—particularly Nigeria’s Afrobeats and South Africa’s Amapiano—have seen “extraordinary growth across Sub-Saharan Africa’s music industries,” with […]

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1 week ago Spotify royalty payouts to Nigerian, South African artists surge to $60m

Audio streaming giant Spotify’s (SPOT.N), opens new tab royalty payments to artists from Nigeria and South Africa – its two read more Spotify royalty payouts to Nigerian, South African artists surge to $60m

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2 w. ago Spotify paid Nigerian, S’African artists $59m royalty in 2024

Audio streaming giant Spotify significantly increased its royalty payouts to artists from Nigeria and South Africa in 2024, distributing nearly $59 million as global demand for African music continues to soar. The figures, released by the company on Thursday, underscore the growing international appeal of artists from the continent’s two biggest music markets. According to Read More

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2 w. ago Lagos govt set to assume full regulatory authority for electricity by December

Tribune Online Lagos govt set to assume full regulatory authority for electricity by December Lagos State Government is poised to take full regulatory control of electricity in the state by December, according to Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources, Mr Biodun Ogunleye. This development comes as the state prepares to host the inaugural Lagos Energy Summit 2025, themed “Journey to Energy for All”. Ogunleye revealed that the state government […] Lagos govt set to assume full regulatory authority for electricity by December Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Three foreigners arrested in Nasarawa illegal mining site raid

The Mining Marshals have shut down an illegal mining site in the Rafin-Gabas community of Kokona Local Government Area, Nasarawa State. The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, confirmed this in a statement by his Special Assistant on Media, Segun Tomori, on Thursday in Abuja. Alake stated that the mining marshals, a security outfit Read More

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2 w. ago Lagos govt convenes energy summit to tackle ‘epileptic’ power supply

Tribune Online Lagos govt convenes energy summit to tackle ‘epileptic’ power supply Lagos State government on Thursday said plans have been concluded to convene an energy summit where a comprehensive strategy and homegrown solutions will be developed by critical stakeholders to tackle the chronic problem of epileptic power supply hindering economic development in the country. The State Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources, Mr. Biodun Ogunleye, made […] Lagos govt convenes energy summit to tackle ‘epileptic’ power supply Tribune Online

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2 w. ago FULL LIST: Nigeria, South Africa, 48 other African countries affected by Trump’s new tariffs

Tribune Online FULL LIST: Nigeria, South Africa, 48 other African countries affected by Trump’s new tariffs Here’s a full list of African countries affected by the new U.S. tariff policy, along with their current tax rates and the tariffs they charge the U.S: FULL LIST: Nigeria, South Africa, 48 other African countries affected by Trump’s new tariffs Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Nigeria’s loss, South Africa’s gain: Medical cannabis industry and the cost of prohibition

Tribune Online Nigeria’s loss, South Africa’s gain: Medical cannabis industry and the cost of prohibition THE global shift toward legalizing and regulating cannabis for medicinal and industrial use has been transformative. Countries worldwide are recognizing the economic, medical, and industrial potential of cannabis, leading to groundbreaking reforms. However, while African nations like South Africa and Lesothoreap the benefits of progressive cannabis policies, Nigeria remains shackled by prohibitive laws that stifle […] Nigeria’s loss, South Africa’s gain: Medical cannabis industry and the cost of prohibition Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Chelle admits Super Eagles’ World Cup fate hangs on South Africa clash

Nigeria head coach, Eric Chelle has underlined the Super Eagles’ determination to defeat South Africa in September, Soccernet.ng reports. Chelle is convinced that victory against the Bafana Bafana is non-negotiable if the Super Eagles are to keep their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification hopes alive. The Super Eagles find themselves in a precarious position in […] The post Chelle admits Super Eagles’ World Cup fate hangs on South Africa clash appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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