Nigeria discovers Kaduna polymetallic minerals
Analysis based on 12 articles · First reported Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 25, 2026
The discovery of world-class mineral deposits in Nigeria — Kaduna State is expected to significantly boost Nigeria's mining sector, attracting substantial foreign investment and increasing government revenues. This development positions Nigeria as a crucial supplier of strategic minerals for clean energy and advanced manufacturing, potentially impacting global supply chains for these commodities.
Nigeria has announced the discovery of a world-class polymetallic mineral province in Nigeria — Kaduna State, containing significant deposits of platinum group metals, gold, nickel, copper, lithium, and rare earth elements. This breakthrough, verified by the Nigeria — Ministry of Mines and Steel Development (Nigeria), was revealed by Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Henry Dele Alake, at the African Natural Resources and Energy Investment Summit in Abuja. The discovery aligns with the Bola Tinubu administration's focus on local processing and value addition, moving away from raw mineral exports. Government revenues from mining have already surged from ₦6 billion to over ₦70 billion by the end of 2025. Additionally, Steron Mining reported 3.3 million metric tonnes of lithium reserves at its Abuja site, further highlighting Nigeria's growing potential in the critical minerals market. The government is actively promoting partnerships that support local processing, technology transfer, and community development.
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