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Nigeria Mining Week is more than just a mining event - it is a community that collaborates and innovates year-round to solve the most pressing mining-related issues. We work with these forward-thinking industry associations and institutions so we can have a strong mix of representatives that reflect, and can elaborate on, today’s African mining challenges. Find below our Industry Partners to learn how they are involved with Nigeria Mining Week and how you can get in touch with them.
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The Ministry of Solid Minerals Development is in charge of formulating policy, providing information and knowledge to enhance investment in the sector, regulating operations in the solid minerals sector, and generating appropriate revenue for the government.
Their vision? To transform the Nigerian mineral and metal sector into an irresistible mining destination for global capital, attracting foreign direct investment to grow the sector to optimum level.
Miners Association of Nigeria (MAN) is the industry association and the umbrella body for all individuals and groups engaged across the Nigerian mineral value-chain, which includes exploration, mining, quarrying, mineral trading, consultancy and other related services. The Association was established in 1944 as Association of African Miners and it has the main objective of protecting and promoting the interests of its members through partnership and collaboration with government agencies and all critical stakeholders to engender investment friendly policies for the ease of doing mining businesses. The Association is headquartered in Abuja and has membership and chapters in all the 36 states of Nigeria and the FCT.
PricewaterhouseCoopers (doing business as PwC) is a multinational professional services network. It is the largest professional services firm in the world. PwC Nigeria works with clients to unlock opportunities in the mining industry, around availability of reliable geological data, access to funding, and regulatory requirements aimed at increasing government’s ‘take’. A shortage of skilled labour, preponderance of artisanal mining activities, weak infrastructure, pervasive corruption, environmental degradation and increased stakeholder expectations are common features of mining in Nigeria.
In 2003, Nigeria voluntarily signed up to the global Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI). NEITI focuses on four main areas. Improving Nigeria’s macroeconomic environment; pursuing structural reforms; strengthening public expenditure management; and implementing institutional and governance reforms.
Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry was established on 5th August, 1986 as a Company Limited by Guarantee with the principal objective of promoting economic and industrial development within the FCT in particular and Nigeria in general.
Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry is a non-partisan, non-sectarian, member-funded
organisation solely representing the common interests of the business community in the FCT. The Chamber is privately funded by Corporations, Foundations and Members, therefore its energies are directed by the interests of the business community and the general public.
Presently, Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry has established association and linkages with business groups, trade associations, international chambers, government agencies, trade offices and foreign embassies, etc. so as to accomplish its goal of enhancing the sustainable growth and development of businesses in the FCT.
Equipment Leasing Association of Nigeria Ltd/GTE (ELAN) is a Business Membership Organisation (BMO), established in 1983, primarily to promote the business of leasing in Nigeria. Membership of the Association consists of banks, finance houses, independent leasing companies, insurance companies, equipment vendors as well as professional firms and individuals.
Over the years, ELAN has been promoting economic and developmental growth through leasing, working with government and development partners, to provide the much-needed integral support for national economic growth.
Today, ELAN is regarded as the sole authority on leasing in Nigeria and has equally earned considerable recognition from the global leasing industry, through its promotional lease activities.
ELAN’s lease awareness campaigns, research and publications as well as consultancy and advisory services particularly in the areas of policy compliance, market intelligence, lease accounting, taxation and general operations, continue to make positive impacts in the industry.
The Association remains committed to the development of the Nigerian leasing industry to the benefit of stakeholders and the economy..
The Nigerian Mining and Geosciences Society (NMGS) is a non-governmental, non-profit umbrella organization for all mining and geoscience professional groups in Nigeria. The NMGS was founded on the 15 January 1961, and currently with membership strength of over 10,000 cutting across both the private and public sectors. The Society’s activities significantly impact several sectors of Nigeria’s economy particularly in Mineral Resources, Energy, Water Resources, Construction, Agriculture, the Environment and Health.
The objectives of the Society include:
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Advancement and practice of Mining, Earth sciences and Metallurgy.
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Acquisition, preservation and dissemination of mining geoscientific and metallurgical knowledge.
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Publication of an interdisciplinary learned Journal of Mining and Geology (JMG), the CRUST, periodicals and specialized books including annual books of abstracts and programmes of the society's conferences and activities.
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Upholding the ethics and safeguarding the interests of the interests of the professions covered by the society.
The Society has statutory representation in the Council of Nigerian Mining Engineers and Geoscientists (COMEG), the regulatory body for professionals in the mining and geosciences sector established by Act No. 40 of 1990 (now CAP C33, LFN 2004).
The NMGS has also emerged as a vital regulatory tool in the sub-African continent.
Nigerian Society Mining Engineers (NSME) is a volunteer professional organization founded on 24th June, 1989 and incorporated on 23rd March, 1990 to serve its members and the Nigerian minerals industry. NSME has its secretariat along Barkin Ladi Road in Bukuru, Plateau State, Nigeria and membership of over 900. NSME has continued to evolve over the years to meet the needs of its members and the minerals industry. It has the following objectives:
To bring together all mining and mineral processing engineers in Nigeria as members of the Society.
To advance the science and practice of engineering in the field of mining and mineral processing.
To afford a means for facilitating the acquisition and preservation of the knowledge as it pertains to the professions of mining and mineral processing.
To represent its specialist interests and its members in Nigerian Mining & Geosciences Society (NMGS) and other Nigerian related professional/ regulatory bodies where applicable.
To represent to any Government the views of the Society on any legislative enactment or proposed legislation or any other subject(s) of concern or interest to the Society in Nigeria.
To establish professional relation with international bodies such as Institution of Mining and Metallurgy (IMM) London, Society of Mining Engineers of AIME and other related international professional bodies.
To ensure the maintenance of high standard and regulation of professional practices in mining and related industries and ascertain high academic and professional standards in mining and related programmes in institutions of higher learning in Nigeria.
To enhance the welfare and ensure the protection of the interest of members of the Society.
The prestigious annual metallurgical conference is the flagship forum of the metals industry in Nigeria the conference provides an extensive
networking opportunities and a perfect platform to shape and influence polities businesses and practices across the value chain of the metals industry. It is organized by the Nigerian metallurgical society (NMS) and supported by the industry.
The Nigerian metallurgical society (NMS) is a professional body of metallurgical Engineers.
Metallurgists. Materials engineers and materials scientist. It was founded in 1978 with the following noble aims and objectives among others.
1. To promote the science, engineering, technology and the general practice of metallurgy and materials.
2. To facilitate the acquisition and dissemination of knowledge that pertains to the profession.
3. To encourage training and education through advise on curriculum development to agencies and establishments eng&ged in metallurgical and materials science/engineering in Nigeria and to disseminate information on the profession to the general public.
4. To gave profession advice and or consultation with confidence to government and private institutions in all matters pertaining to the profession.
The Nigerian Arabian Gulf Chamber of Commerce (NAGCC) is a model bilateral trade association dedicated to the development of prosperous business relationships and economic contacts between Nigeria and all the Arabian Gulf countries (Saudi-Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait & Oman). Its board and members are leading entrepreneurs and companies who enjoy excellent business relations in Nigeria the Arabian Gulf Countries.
The objectives of the Chamber are to promote its members in Nigeria and the Arabian Gulf States, to facilitate the economic relations between Nigerian and Arabian Gulf companies, and to provide trade information and business consultancy services to its members and other potential partners.
The Nigerian Institution of Metallurgical, Mining & Materials Engineers (NIMMME or 3M) was officially inaugurated by the Council of the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE) in 1988 as Metallurgical and Mining Division (M/M D). The Division was born about the time when the country’s primary steel production plants and rolling mills (the Delta Steel Company and the Ajaokuta Steel Company) along with the three Inland Steel Rolling Mills in Jos, Oshogbo and Katsina commenced operations. Metallurgical, Mining and Materials (MMM) Division of the Nigerian Society of Engineers is one of the Divisions of the Umbrella body set up to carter for engineering professional graduates, trained in Metallurgy, Mining and Materials and related disciplines such as Ceramics Engineering, Polymer Engineering, Textile Engineering, Foundry Engineering, etc. In Nigeria, it oversees and carters for the professional development needs of its members across the country through its various Chapters in major cities and towns. The professional development and growth activity cover annual conferences, workshops, seminars, specialist committees, public seminars by distinguished professionals and interactions with other similar professional organization and professional personalities across the globe. In 2016 Council approved for the change of name and adopted the title INSTITUTION becoming officially called Nigerian Institution of Metallurgical, Mining and Materials Engineers (NIMMME) or 3M for short.
Nigeria- Saudi Chamber of Commerce Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NSCCIMA) serves as a pivotal link fostering business ties between Nigeria and Saudi Arabia. Our board and members, composed of leading entrepreneurs, actively cultivate flourishing industrial manufacturing and commercial relationships across both regions.
Objectives
Our goals include promoting members within Nigeria and Saudi Arabia, facilitating economic relationships, and providing crucial trade insights and consultancy services.
Vision
To be a model of economic collaboration between Nigeria and Saudi Arabia, providing cutting-edge services and advocating for free trade and bilateral investment.
Mission
Dedicated to building, safeguarding, and advancing investment and trade connections between Nigeria and Saudi that will amplifies mutually beneficial outcomes
The Nigerian–Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NICCI) is a bilateral trade body established in 1997 to promote and strengthen economic, trade, and investment relations between Nigeria and Indonesia.
NICCI serves as a bridge connecting government institutions, businesses, and investors in both countries by facilitating trade missions, investment forums, business networking, and market-entry support. The Chamber also provides members with key services such as visa facilitation, business advisory, and access to bilateral opportunities across diverse sectors including agriculture, energy, infrastructure, manufacturing, services, and technology.
Over the years, NICCI has played a pivotal role in driving bilateral partnerships, supporting private sector growth, and championing initiatives such as the Nigerian–Indonesian Investment and Trade Forum (NIITF) — a flagship platform for unlocking opportunities and building sustainable cross-border collaborations.
The Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission (NIPC) Act 16 of 1995 established the Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission established by law to encourage, promote, and coordinate all investments in Nigeria. This act also regulates the participation of foreign businesses in the country. The NIPC Act allows foreign nationals to own up to 100% equity and invest in any business in Nigeria except those indicated on the negative list as defined by section 31 of the Act such as production of arms, ammunition, narcotics and related substances.
The Gemstones Miners and Marketers Association of Nigeria (GMMAN) is a leading
platform dedicated to uniting gemstone miners and marketers while promoting
Nigeria’s gemstones both locally and internationally. The association is committed to
increasing productivity, adding value, and fostering growth of the Nigerian gem
mining industry.
Objectives:
Protect and promote the interests of miners and marketers.
Advocate for policies that develop the gemstone business.
Elevate Nigeria’s gemstone industry through capacity building, ethical standards,
and market access
Who Can Be a Member?
Students
Individual artisans or professionals
Corporate entities
Benefits include:
Networking and collaboration
Market access—local and international
Access to grading and testing services
Policy advocacy, training, and industry updates
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