EconomicNigeria·Unpinned16 Oct 2026
Artisanal lithium mining operations in Nasarawa, Nigeria
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Artisanal mining operations in Nasarawa, Nigeria, became a focal point of the nation's lithium boom as miners sought to participate in the global clean energy race. The expansion of these operations raised significant concerns regarding unsafe working conditions, the use of child labor, and a lack of economic benefits for the surrounding communities. Light…
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