AFNIS 2024: Sustainable mining can generate substantial revenue for Nigeria –Minister

The minister said the government should direct revenue generated from sustainable mining activities towards infrastructure development, social programs, and other priorities

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“The mining sector can generate employment opportunities, stimulate other industries and contribute to overall economic growth,” the minister said. It’s essential to acknowledge that news production incurs expenses, and we take pride in never placing our stories behind a prohibitive paywall. “The rigorous and intrusive operations required for economic activities like mining, exploration, agriculture and construction often result in environmental impacts on local ecosystems, public health and broader implications for planetary and global health,” the minister said.

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