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made a statement about t he state of the soli d mineral sector in Nigeria as follows: " We ar e a mineral nation but we are not a mining n ation. In the 1970s, minin g contributed 50% to the c ...
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Department of Geology, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, P.M.B. 02, Uli, Anambra State 1 raluchukwu @yahoo 2 [email protected] Abstract The stratigraphy and geochemistry of the Eocene-Oligocene Ogwashi-Asaba Formation were studied to assess the industrial potentials of its lignite deposits in Anambra State, Nigeria.
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Characterization of Clay Deposit in Nkisi River of Onitsha North Lga, Anambra State Nigeria . 247. They should therefore be utilized to reduce over dependency on cement particularly in Nigeria. Ironically despite the vast deposits of clay across every region in …
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Mineralogy and Geochemistry of Shale Deposits in the Lower Anambra Basin, Nigeria: Implication for Provenance, ... 803 kaolinite. Montmorillonite and kaolinite were the dominant
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clay mineral composition, amorphous components (e.g organic matter, content) and geologic history (Grim, 1968). Deposits of clay raw material are widely distributed in Nigeria. In order to determine the financial gain of clay materials from a particular deposit, it is of paramount to examine the morphology,
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Talc is another mineral resources in Nigeria. Talc deposits in Nigeria are estimated to be about 40 million tonnes. It is found in some states in Nigeria like: Osun state; Kogi state; Oyo state; Niger state and so many others. 8. Salt. Rock salt is one of the most demanded mineral resources in Nigeria.
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Search moreFeature Type Latitude Longitude Distance Bearing; Atani: Populated place: 6° 7' 17" N: 6° 46' 10" E: 1.6km (1.0 miles) Iyiowa Odek: Populated place: 6° 5' 30" N
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The Anambra deposit had the major oxides as -Al2O3 = 27.71%, SiO2 = 65.76, giving a ratio of 2.37, while the Ebonyi deposit had Al2O3 =5.22, SiO2 =77.05, with a ratio of 14.76. ... Two deposits in ...
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Abundant mineral deposits occur in all components of Nigerian geology with mineral deposits of economic significance that include gold, iron ore, cassiterite, columbite, wolframite, pyrochlore, …
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coal deposits of the Anambra Basin, located in southeastern Nigeria, appear to contain the largest and most economically viable coal resources. Nigeria is known to have an estimated 2.5 billion
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2Department of Geological Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka,, Anambra State, Nigeria. *Corresponding author: onwedaniel1979@gmail, Tel.: ... all natural resources and mineral deposits in the state and where they are located and possibly make a recommendation on how they can be harnessed. Geology (Stratigraphy and Structural ...
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List of Mineral Resouces Found in Anambra State. The following mineral resources can be found within the various towns of the state. Natural gas; Natural gas is in abundant supply in Nigeria's Niger Delta region and can also be found in commercial quantity in Anambra state.
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Economy beyond Oil: Harnessing Nigerian Solid-Mineral Deposits for Sustainable Development ... 1Department of Public Administration, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, P.M.B 5025 Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria [email protected] 2Department of Public Administration, Federal University Oye-Ekiti, P.M.B 273 Ekiti State, Nigeria
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Kogi State is located in the north-central Nigeria. It is popularly called the Confluence State because the confluence of Rivers Niger and Benue is at its capital, Lokoja, which is the first administrative capital of modern–day Nigeria.
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Deposit, Ajaokuta Local Government Area, Kogi State, Nigeria Ako Thomas Agbor 1 & Onoduku Usman Shehu 1 Department of Geology, Federal University of Technology, Minna, Nigeria
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PROFILE OF SOLID MINERAL DEPOSITS IN NIGERIA S/N STATES NATURAL RESOURCES 1 Abia Gold, Lead/Zinc, Limestone, Oil/Gas & Salt ... Anambra is second to Imo state when it comes to gas deposits. Anambra's gas deposit is larger than the gas deposits of Rivers and Bayelsa state put together. Lagos also has some offshore oil and gas resources.
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Geological Survey of Nigeria Agency has played an acti ve role in the exploration for mineral deposits in N igeria. The Lower Benue T rough like other Sedim entary Basins in Ni geria is found to ...
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Explore the extensive list of minerals found in Nigeria. From gold and coal to gemstones like sapphire and emerald, Nigeria's geological treasures are a source of immense value and opportunity for investors and enthusiasts alike. Learn about the regions where these minerals are found and why Nigeria is a prime destination for mineral exploration.
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The Geology and Mineral Resources of Anambra State southeastern Nigeria is a project I am currently working on. The Preliminary studies including the Reconnaissance survey and desk work have been ...
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List of mineral resources in Anambra State. There are a vast amount of mineral deposits in Anambra State. For the purpose of this article, we have listed the top resources found in considerable amount below: Crude Oil and gas. In 2006, Orient Petroleum Refinery became the first Nigerian Private Refinery (OPR) which was built in Aguleri.
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Anambra State is blessed with broad spectrum of solid mineral deposits, which are huge economic reserves waiting to be exploited. ... but will also help to operate efficiently and fulfill its promise as a means of improving the economy of our dear State. The Federal Government of Nigeria has already identified the solid mineral sector as a ...
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3.2. Linear shrinkage Clay deposits in Nsukwe and Ikwuano both in Abia state have mean shrinkage values slightly higher than the mean shrinkage values from Okigwe in Abia state and Ozubulu in Anambra State. 21 V.A. Ayodele, M.A. Saliu, B.O. Olaoluwa. (2022). Mining of Mineral Deposits, 16(1), 19-23 Table 4. Porosity of samples [10] Table 3.
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Other notable gypsum resources in Nigeria include the Uburu Gypsum Deposit in Ebonyi State and the Ogwashi-Uku Gypsum Deposit in Delta State. These deposits contain high-grade gypsum with an estimated reserve of over 2 million metric tons. Additionally, there are several smaller gypsum resources scattered throughout Nigeria. 8. Talc
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PDF | On Dec 29, 2023, Olugbenga Okunlola and others published Mineralogy and Geochemistry of Shale Deposits in the Lower Anambra Basin, Nigeria: Implication for Provenance, Tectonic Setting and ...
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tonnes of gypsum deposits are spread across some states in Nigeria. These includes Adamawa, Anambra, Bauchi, Bayelsa, Benue, Borno, Delta, Edo, Gombe, Imo, Kogi, Ondo and Sokoto. ... The states with the lowest number of mineral resources are Kebi state with Gold as its only recorded solid mineral deposit, Gombe state with two natural deposit ...
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PDF | On May 11, 2019, M A Olade published Solid Mineral Deposits and Mining in Nigeria: -A Sector in Transitional Change | Find, read and cite all the research you need on ResearchGate
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Anambra State to the south; Edo State to the south-west and Enugu State to the south-east. There are three (3) main ethnic groups and languages in Kogi State: Igala, Ebira, and Okun (a Yoruba group) with ... an active role in the exploration for mineral deposits in Nigeria. Kogi State like other States in Nigeria is found to be
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Conclusion: Unlocking Kogi's Mineral Potential. Kogi State is undeniably one of Nigeria's most mineral-rich states, with vast deposits of iron ore, limestone, coal, marble, dolomite, feldspar, and gold. These minerals, if fully exploited, can drive economic growth, create employment, and reduce Nigeria's dependence on imported raw materials.
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With its proximity to the commercial city of Aba, investors stand to gain significantly from salt mining and refining in Abia State. Other mineral resources. Besides the major minerals discussed already, Abia State also contains deposits of other valuable resources like gold, iron ore, marble, laterite, clay, kaolin, fine sand, and granite.
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Map of Nigeria showing the study Area and Ukpor Town in Anambra State, Nigeria. ... the mineral deposits, quality and shape to certain reasonable extent, would be cleared.
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