Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna has commissioned a state-of-the-art lithium processing plant in Kangimi, Igabi Local Government Area. Of the state.
A statement by the chief press secretary to the governor, Muhammad Lawal-Shehu, said the project will boost government investment in the mining sector.
According to him, the plant is a joint venture between the Kaduna State Government and Ming Xin Mineral Separation Nigeria Ltd.
He added that the plant boasts an impressive initial capacity of 1,500 metric tonnes per day.
According to Mr Shehu, some of the benefits of projects include job creation.
“The project is expected to create over three thousand job opportunities, benefiting both the Kuriga mining site and the Kangimi processing plant.
“Investment: The current investment stands at $20 million, with plans to increase it to $25 million within the next two years.
“Phase 1 Completion: The newly completed processing plant represents Phase 1 of the project, with plans to double its capacity in Phase 2.
“Community Impact: Ming Xin Mineral Separation Nigeria Ltd has already made a positive impact within the community during its three-month operation. Notable initiatives include”
He disclosed that the projects would attract the construction of three classrooms in Kuriga village, renovating school buildings, empowering women and youths, and providing scholarships to indigent students.
“Ming Xin also intends to establish a tile-producing facility using by-products from the lithium processing, creating an additional 500 job opportunities.
“Kaduna State, known for its rich mineral resources, including gold, lithium, manganese, tin, columbite, tantalite, iron ore, nickel, and more, is poised for further growth,” the statement added.
