Gold Rush: 7 Nigerian States Fueling a New Mining Boom

Nigeria’s solid minerals sector is gaining momentum, with gold now at the center of exploration, investment, and policy discussions. As the government pushes to diversify away from oil dependence, gold-rich states are drawing regulators, private investors, and local mining communities eager to boost production and formalize operations. Zamfara leads the pack in artisanal gold extraction around Anka, Maru, and Bukkuyum. Osun’s historic deposits near Ilesa and Ile-Ife have attracted new geological studies. Kaduna’s Birnin Gwari and Giwa areas are fast emerging as key small-scale mining hubs. These seven states illustrate how gold is shaping Nigeria’s economic future and driving regulatory reforms across the federation.

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