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By Ernest Nzor, Abuja
20 August 2024 | 2:03 am
A mining specialist and Co-founder of Viral Nigeria Digital Marketing, Faisal Sanusi Ibrahim, has stated that the lead deposits in Nasarawa State have the potential to significantly boost Nigeria’s mining industry and economy.
A mining specialist and Co-founder of Viral Nigeria Digital Marketing, Faisal Sanusi Ibrahim, has stated that the lead deposits in Nasarawa State have the potential to significantly boost Nigeria’s mining industry and economy. He emphasised that the state’s estimated one million tons of lead reserve could significantly enhance the nation’s economy.
In an exclusive interview with The Guardian, the expert noted that Nasarawa State, located in the North-Central region, is renowned for its rich mineral deposits, including lead, a soft, malleable metal used in various industries such as battery production, radiation shielding, and pigments.
He said: “In Nasarawa State, lead deposits are primarily found in the Keana and Awe local government areas. The lead deposits in these regions are associated with other minerals like zinc, copper, and silver, making them a significant source of revenue for the state and the country at large.”
“The lead deposits in Nasarawa State are estimated to be over one million tons, with an average grade of 15 per cent lead content. The deposits are mainly found in sedimentary rocks such as limestone and dolomite, and are thought to have been formed through the precipitation of lead-rich fluids.”
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