The Zamfara State Government has unveiled a $200 million lithium mining and processing project in Boko Village, Zurmi Local Government Area, in a move aimed at strengthening the state’s solid minerals sector and driving industrial growth.
The project, backed by a consortium of investors including ZAM Mining Company Ltd, Bima Mines Ltd, and Jinlide Mining Co. Ltd, is expected to enhance local processing of lithium, create employment opportunities, and promote skills development within host communities.
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Governor Dauda Lawal said the initiative reflects the state’s commitment to shifting from the export of raw minerals to value addition through in-country processing.
He noted that the project will be implemented with a focus on responsible mining practices to ensure environmental sustainability and community benefits.
According to the governor, the investment is part of broader efforts to unlock Zamfara’s rich mineral resources while supporting economic diversification and long-term development.
The lithium project is also expected to position Zamfara as a key player in Nigeria’s growing solid minerals industry, particularly at a time when global demand for lithium—an essential component in renewable energy technologies—is on the rise.
