Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, has revealed the discovery of a “world-class” polymetallic mineral province in Kaduna State. Speaking at the 2026 African Natural Resources and Energy Investment Summit in Abuja, Alake identified the deposits as including gold, nickel, copper, lithium, rare earth elements, and platinum group metals.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

• Significance: The discovery is considered one of the most substantial advancements in the Nigerian mining sector in recent years.

• Verification and Collaboration: These findings, which contain exceptionally high-grade deposits of minerals essential for advanced manufacturing and clean energy, were verified by the Nigerian Geological Survey Agency following exploration by a private company.

• Global Positioning: The discovery aims to improve Nigeria’s standing in the international market for critical rare earth minerals and attract sustainable mining investment.

• Economic Strategy: Moving away from the historical practice of exporting raw minerals, the government is prioritizing domestic beneficiation and value addition.

• Investment Impact: Minister Alake noted that billions of dollars have been committed by investors toward processing projects intended to restructure the nation’s economy.

This announcement followed the unveiling of approximately 3.3 million metric tonnes of lithium reserves by Steron Mining and Company Limited during a facility tour for summit delegates.

Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani has addressed concerns regarding the potential for political misuse of State Police, asserting that the recently passed Senate bill includes robust safeguards to prevent such abuse. Governor Sani expressed strong confidence that the initiative, which aims to enhance the protection of lives and property, is non-political and vital for addressing national insecurity.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

• Appointments and Oversight: While governors are empowered to appoint a Commissioner of Police, they do not have the unilateral authority to remove them from office.

• Removal Safeguards: The process for sacking a Commissioner of Police involves a rigorous multi-layered approval process requiring input from the Police Service Commission or Police Council, the National Assembly, and the State Assembly.

• Institutional Protection: These legal mechanisms are explicitly embedded in the Act to ensure the police force remains focused on its primary duties rather than serving as a political tool.

The Senate approved these constitutional amendments on Wednesday to establish state police services across the federation.

The Katsina State Government has officially refuted claims that it provided Hajj sponsorships to bandit leaders or individuals linked to criminal activity. In a statement, Dr. Nasir Mua’azu, the Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, labeled these allegations as false, misleading, and politically driven.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Key aspects of the government’s response include:

• Categorical Denial: The state government explicitly stated that the accusations are “entirely baseless, unfounded, and devoid of any factual basis”.

• Motivation Behind the Claims: Officials believe the allegations are a calculated effort to misinform the public and disrupt the progress made by security agencies in combating banditry.

• Accusations of Politicization: The government accused certain groups and individuals of exploiting security issues for personal or political advancement, aimed at fostering mistrust among the state’s residents.

• Call for Proof and Legal Warning: The state challenged the accusers to produce verifiable evidence, warning that it may pursue legal action to protect its reputation against such defamatory statements.

• Reassurance to the Public: Dr. Mua’azu urged Nigerians to ignore the reports and remain supportive of ongoing efforts to restore peace and security across the state.