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1. Introduction. A mineral can be defined as a naturally occurring element or chemical compound, crystalline in nature, formed as a result of geological processes (Nickel, 1995).They occur as aggregates, commonly referred to as rocks (Oshin, 2003).Minerals can be classified into the following groups based on their composition …
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Mineral exploration and processing have caused varying degree of environmental damage in Nigeria. These include alteration of ecological state, air, water, soil pollution, destruction of soil...
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Nigeria is rich in abundant solid mineral resources, including gold, iron, lead, zinc, coal, and gemstones, which hold great potential for the country's development. Despite this …
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This chapter introduced mineral resources and international politics of its exploration. It showed clearly how the resource-rich African continent has become overtaken by the competitive interest of the resource explorers from …
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The purpose of any mining exploration is to locate new source of minerals that can meet the needs of a nation. The mineral industry's export makes an important part of the African gross income, but the process of mineral development however
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Nigeria's mineral deposits (Musa, 2013). In 2013, the sector produced 60.54 million tons of mineral products and 1,254,200 rural based jobs from 1,710 quarries with accrued monetary benefits (Musa, 2013). With the current dominance of …
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The objectives of the study is to examine the problems of solid mineral in Nigeria, the strategies for exploration of solid mineral in Nigeria and the way to attract investors to …
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Crude oil exploration in Nigeria dated back to 1908 ... to the establishment of the Oil Mineral . ... initiative in finding solution to the general problem of underdevelopment in the Niger Delta. ...
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Geophysical technologies have undergone significant advancements in recent years, providing new insights into the subsurface and enhancing the exploration of mineral and hydrocarbon resources.
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Major Minerals in Nigeria There are about 34 mineral occurrences in Nigeria (Fig. 3, table 1) that cut across Metallic minerals, precious metals, precious stone, and industrial minerals. In this review, some selected major minerals will be discussed. Fig. 3. Map of Nigeria Showing the distribution of Minerals occurrences. Source (RV2020)
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Why is illegal mining a problem? Nigeria's north, especially Kaduna, Katsina, Kebbi, Kogi, Nasarawa, Niger, Plateau and Zamfara states, are particularly hard hit by the blight of illegal mining. An estimated 80% of mining in these areas is conducted illegally on an artisanal basis, involving over two million people who depend on it for …
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Environmental Problems associated with Mineral Exploration in Nigeria. A Paper Presented at the 21 st Annual Conference of the Nigeria Mining and Geosciences Society held at Jan 1985
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Discover the power of remote sensing in mineral exploration. Learn about satellite imagery, hyperspectral imaging, LiDAR, integration with GIS, challenges, and future trends. ... We provide advanced solutions tailored to maximize resource identification, evaluation, and extraction. ... it is possible to make inferences about the composition …
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Nonseismic methods—such as electromagnetic, induced-polarization, and potential-field surveying techniques—have been the geophysical backbone of mineral exploration for decades. These methods exploit anomalous physical properties of ore deposits (e.g., enhanced conductivity, chargeability, or magnetization) to locate potential …
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With large deposit of mineral resources spread across Nigeria from Jos(tin and columbite) in the north to Edo (lead) in the south and Enugu (coal) in the east to Ogun (limestone) …
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The opinion of Lowell is of course backed by his wealth of experience, and also by objective statistical data. Sillitoe reviewed case histories of exploration and discovery for a representative selection of base-metal and precious-metal deposits including 38 gold, 14 copper, 1 silver, and 1 zinc deposit in the circum-Pacific region found in a …
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A problem for mining districts, for example those with small to medium operations, is the uncertainty with respect to the valuation of exploration targets. ... The three stages of mineral development, viz exploration, mining and processing, ... in the regional aquiferous Ajali Formation of SE-Nigeria on one hand and assesses the …
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Environmental Impacts of Mineral Exploration in Nigeria and their Phytoremediation Strategies for Sustainable Ecosystem . Odoh Chuks Kenneth. α, Akpi Uchenna Kalu. σ. Anyah Francis. ρ. Abstract-19 Mineral exploration and processing have caused varying degree of environmental damage in Nigeria. These
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In the dynamic landscape of South Africa's mining industry, innovating mineral exploration stands as a beacon of progress and sustainability, with Pan African Resources (PAR) being at the forefront of this initiative mainly around its existing mining rights areas in South Africa and in new frontiers, such as in the Republic of Sudan, …
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Abstract. The Middle Benue Trough (MBT) in Northcentral Nigeria is a geologically significant area with vast mineral resource potential. Employing airborne magnetic and radiometric data, this study utilized the Centre for Exploration Targeting on enhanced total magnetic intensity data to reveal geologic structures, lithological units …
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Ahmed et al. [1] states that Nigeria is endowed with abundant mineral resources including gold, iron, lead, zinc, rare metals (SnNbTa), coal and gemstones which could be harnessed for its development.
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Based on the findings of this study, the problems of solid minerals in Nigeria are inadequate basic infrastructural, illegal mining, unfavorable laws in the sector, high …
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About the Author(s) Henry Lyatsky is a Calgary-based geophysical and geological consultant who has worked across Canada and internationally in oil and mineral exploration.. He was born in St. Petersburg, Russia …
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Silver Linings: Untapped Opportunities. Amidst these challenges, the mining sector offers a golden opportunity to diversify Nigeria's oil-dependent economy. A …
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Explore the future of mineral exploration with emerging technologies and trends. Discover how data analysis, machine learning, remote sensing, and advanced drilling reshape the industry. Learn how software integration optimizes exploration. Anticipate sustainable practices and market-driven shifts. Stay ahead in mineral …
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Infrastructure deficit: Inadequate infrastructure, including transportation, power supply, and access to water, has been a significant challenge. These deficiencies increase operational costs and make mining less attractive for potential investors. Security concerns: Many mining regions in Nigeria face security challenges, including illegal …
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The Mid-Nigerian Benue Trough. The study location (Fig. 1) is an integral part of the Nigerian BT.The MBT has an estimated content of Cretaceous-Tertiary sediment content of up to 6 km thick.
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Nigeria has been described as a country endowed with abundant mineral resources, which account for about 65% of total tax revenue, driven mostly by an increase in exports earnings from the oil and ...
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Department of Geology, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria. Master in Mineral Exploration. Views: 2023. Master in Mineral Exploration. The candidate must pass 40 credit units, comprising 36 units core courses, and 4 units of an independent project. For further details contact the coordinators for the the program
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