The 10th edition of Nigeria Mining Week 2025 is set to return to the International Conference Centre in Abuja from 13 to 15 October 2025, bringing together influential voices in West Africa’s mining ecosystem.
Organised by VUKA Group in partnership with the Ministry of Solid Mineral Development of Nigeria and the Miners Association of Nigeria, in partnership with PwC Nigeria, the event aims to unlock the country’s vast mineral potential and strengthen its position as a global mining investment destination.
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In a recent exclusive interview with Mining Review Africa, Dr Henry Dele Alake, Nigeria’s Minister of Solid Minerals Development, reaffirmed that “Nigeria’s mining sector is brimming with potential,” highlighting that the annual event serves as “a platform for investors, policymakers, and innovators to shape the country’s mineral future.”
This year’s edition will convene over 3,000 delegates, including mining executives, government representatives and financiers. Under the theme “Building a Globally Competitive Mining Sector”, discussions will focus on attracting investment, fostering local beneficiation, and integrating artisanal miners into the formal economy.
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Dr Alake noted that Nigeria’s mining potential lies not only in its vast geological wealth—comprising over 44 mineral types such as gold, lithium, tin, and tantalum—but also in the government’s commitment to creating a transparent, investor-friendly environment.
“Our ongoing reforms under the Renewed Hope Agenda are designed to make Nigeria one of the most attractive destinations for mining investment globally,” he said. “Through fiscal incentives, regulatory clarity, and improved infrastructure, we are building a sector that delivers prosperity for both investors and communities.”
A major talking point at this year’s Nigeria Mining Week will be sustainability. The government’s focus on environmental stewardship and Community Development Agreements (CDAs) aligns with global ESG expectations. Workshops and technical sessions will also address skills development, the role of women in mining, and opportunities for youth participation through capacity-building initiatives.
Unlocking Nigeria’s critical minerals opportunity
With global demand for critical minerals such as lithium and cobalt on the rise, Nigeria is positioning itself as a key supplier to support the clean energy transition. “Our focus on critical mineral developments will drive economic diversification and industrialization,” said Dr. Alake. “Events like Nigeria Mining Week provide the visibility and partnerships necessary to achieve that vision.”
Dr Alake further said, “Nigeria Mining Week is more than an event—it’s a movement to transform our solid minerals sector into a pillar of national growth.”