Reported by: Oahimire Omone Precious | Edited by: Henry Owen
Kaduna State is set to deepen its footprint in the solid minerals sector after Governor Uba Sani received a formal investment proposal from Precious Metals Tswane (PMT), one of South Africa’s leading precious metals refineries, for the establishment of a state-of-the-art aggregation and processing centre in the state.
The proposal was presented on the sidelines of the ongoing G20 Summit in Johannesburg, where Governor Sani met with PMT executives to discuss opportunities for collaboration. The project, to be executed in partnership with the Kaduna Mining Development Company (KMDC), is anchored on technology transfer, capacity development for artisanal miners, and the adoption of a modern, ESG-compliant mining framework.
Welcoming the initiative, Governor Sani reaffirmed Kaduna’s readiness to engage reputable investors, saying: “Kaduna remains firmly open to credible partners who bring technical expertise, responsible practices, and a commitment to long-term value creation for our people.”
Once operational, the proposed facility is expected to position Kaduna as a key regional hub for responsible precious metals aggregation and processing. The centre will also create structured market access and fair pricing mechanisms for thousands of artisanal miners, while stimulating industrial activity and supporting the state’s broader economic diversification agenda.
The proposal marks a significant milestone in Kaduna’s ongoing efforts to attract global partners and unlock the full potential of its solid minerals value chain.
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