effect to the Minerals and Mining Act No. 20 of 2007 (the 'Act'). Types of Licences The various types of licences under the Regulations include: • Reconnaissance Permit Reconnaissance Permit is issued for a period of 1 year and may be renewed upon satisfactory application. The grant of a Reconnaissance Permit enables the holder to …
The 2007 Nigerian Minerals and Mining Act (NMMA) introduced a novel practice of mandatory community agreement between mining sector operators and a certain segment of the society referred to as "the host community". By virtue of this legislation, the concept and practice of Community Development Agreement (CDA) has become an important …
These laws include Nigerian Mineral and Mining Act 2007, Mineral and Metal policy 2008 and Nigerian Mining Regulations 2010. The Nigerian Mineral and Mining Act 2007 vest ownership and control over all mineral resources in the Nigerian Government and provide for various types of titles that can be acquired for mining activities.
circumstances surrounding the provisions of the act that qualifies it for review. In carrying out this study, an examination of other laws concerning/bothering on minerals in Nigeria …
An Act to repeal the Minerals and Mining Act, No. 34 of 1999 and re-enact the Nigerian Minerals and Mining Act 2007 for the purposes of regulating all aspects of the exploration and exploitation of solid minerals in Nigeria; and for related purposes. [2007 No. 50.] [29. th March, 2007] [Commencement.] ENACTED by the National Assembly of the ...
12 Feb 2024 23:05 EST. Follow Us. Nigeria's Mineral Wealth Unleashed: A Regulatory Revolution. The Nigerian Parliament is poised to unlock the nation's mineral potential through the enactment of the 'Nigerian Minerals and Mining Act (Amendment)' bill. This legislation, championed by Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu, aims to create a conducive ...
Nigerian Minerals and Mining Act No. 20, 2007. EXPLANATORY MEMORANDUM. This Act repeals the Minerals and Mining Act, No. 34 of 1999 and re-enacts the Nigerian Minerals and Mining Act 2007 for the purposes of regulating all aspects of the exploration and exploitation of solid minerals in Nigeria; and for related …
framework is embedded in the Mineral and Mining Act 2007 ("the Act"). The Act con tains specific provisions that wi ll enhance private sector leadership in the development of the …
The Nigerian Minerals and Mining Act 2007 ("the Act") was passed into law on March 16, 2007 to repeal the Minerals and Mining Act, No. 34 of 1999 for the purposes of regulating the exploration and exploitation of solid materials in Nigeria. This paper reviews the critical aspects of the Act. MINERALS PROSPECTING MINING AND QUARRYING
1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the Mines and Minerals Act [Chapter 21:05]. 2. Rights to minerals vested in President. The dominium in and the right of searching and mining for and disposing of all minerals, mineral oils and natural gases, notwithstanding the dominium or right which any person may possess in and to the soil on or under ...
The 2007 Nigerian Minerals and Mining Act (NMMA) introduced a novel practice of mandatory community agreement between mining sector operators and a certain segment of the society referred to as ...
To achieve sustainable development in a host community (HC) where mining operations are active, Nigerian Mineral and Mining Act (NMMA) accorded some rights to the people of the communities. These rights are not just basic rights to physical survival but include rights towards empowerment for community development focusing on economic, …
Nigerian mining laws came out from the three laws governing mining activities in Nigeria. They are the Nigeria Mineral and Mining Act of 2007 called "the Act", the National Minerals and Metal Policy of 2008 and the …
In doing this, the researcher relied on the general principles of environmental law, the provisions of the Nigerian Minerals Act 2007, and the Model CDA guidelines developed by the World Bank ...
Nigerian Minerals and Mining Act, 2007 (Act No. 20). Country: Nigeria: Subject(s): Mining and quarrying workers: Type of legislation: Law, Act: Adopted on: : Entry into force: ... Possession and Purchase of Minerals Chapter 4 - Environmental Considerations and Rights of Host Communities
A 486 2007 No. 20 Nigerian Minerals and Mining Act. Functions ofthe Minister. metres of a railway, or which is the site of, or within fifty metres of, any governmentor public building, reservoir, dam or public road;
MINING IN NIGERIA –THE NIGERIAN MINERALS AND MINING. ACT, 2007 "For long, West Africa has been a destination of choice for mining executives the world over, with countries like Burkina Faso, Ghana, Ivory Coast and Niger being actively explored and mined. Now, Africa's most populous nation, Nigeria, fortuitously located in this …
In November, the Nigerian government unveiled plans to revise its crucial mining law, the Nigeria Minerals and Mining Act (NMMA). The outdated law, which hasn't been updated since 2007, is accused of stifling growth in the nation's underdeveloped mining sector. Mining currently generates just 0.3% of GDP and leaves the country …
The Act repealed the Minerals and Mining Act, N0. 34 of 1999 and re-enacted the Nigerian Minerals and mining Act, N0. 20 of 2007 for the purpose of regulating all aspects of the exploration and ...
Part IV, V, VI and Chapter 3 of the NMMA. 12. A Community Development Agreement (CDA) which is meant to address the socio-economic contributions of the …
These Regulations may be cited as the Nigerian Minerals and Mining Regulations, 2011. 2. In these Regulations— (l) Unless the context indicates otherwise any word to which a meaning has been assigned in the Nigerian Minerals and Mining Act, 2007 (hereinafter in these Regulations referred to as "the Act") shall have that meaning.
review of chapter of the nigerian minerals and mining act. A 486 2007 No. 20 Nigerian Minerals and Mining Act Functions of the Minister. metres of a railway or which isthe site of or within fifty metres of any government or public building reservoir dam or public road (d) that is subject to the provisions of the National Commission for Museums ...
An Act to Repeal the Minerals and Mining Act, No. 34 of 1999 and Re-enact the Nigerian Minerals and Mining Act, 2007 for the purposes of Regulating all Aspects of the …
The Nigerian Minerals and Mining Act No. 20 of 2007 (hereinafter simply 'the NMMA') repealed the 1999 Minerals and Mining Act and vests the ownership, control and regulation of mineral resources in the extractive industry in the Federal Government of Nigeria. 64 In terms of administration, the NMMA provides for a Mining Cadastre Office …
4.2.3 A qualified applicant for a Water Use Permit is – The Holder of an Exploration Lease, Mining Lease or Quarry Lease subsisting at the time the water right granted will be used, or an applicant for a Mining Lease, Small Scale Mining Lease or Quarry Lease for which the water right will be required to be used. 10 4.3 The Mining …
» Legal and Regulatory Framework - Nigerian Minerals and Mining Act 2007 (NMMA), and Nigerian Minerals and Mining Regulations 2011 (NMMR) » Review of the Institutional Framework CHAPTER SEVEN Scenario Analysis: Economic Implications of the Mining Sector Development on Poverty Reduction, Revenue Diversification and Accelerated …
April 5, 2023. Reading Time: 1 min read. The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved a new bill to be sent to the National Assembly to replace the old law guiding mining activities in Nigeria ...
In February 2007, the Senate of Nigeria approved the Nigerian Minerals and Mining Bill, repealing the Minerals and Mining Act of 1999. The purpose of the Bill has been the …
approved a draft amendment of the Nigerian Minerals & Mining Act ("the Act"), 2007 - the principal legislation regulating the mining of solid minerals in Nigeria. The new Bill i.e., the Nigerian Minerals & Mining Bill 2023 (the Bill); has been sent to the National Assembly for initial review and is intended to replace the old law when enacted.
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MINERALS AND MINING ACT, 2006 (ACT 703) As Amended by MINERALS AND MINING (AMENDMENT) ACT, 2019 (ACT 995)1 ARRANGEMENT OF SECTIONS Section Ownership of minerals and cadastral system 1. Minerals property of Republic 2. Compulsory acquisition of land 3. Land available for application for mineral right 4. …
The Nigerian Minerals and Mining Act 2007 ("the Act") was passed into law on March 16, 2007 to repeal the Minerals and Mining Act, No. 34 of 1999 for the purposes of …
The Nigerian Mineral and Mining Act 2007 was re-enacted to repeal the Minerals and Mining Act No. 34 of 1999 for the purpose of regulating all aspects of the exploration and exploitation of solid ...
"The new bill (the Nigerian Minerals & Mining Bill 2023), has been sent to the National Assembly for initial review and is intended to replace the old law when enacted," it said. "Over time, key stakeholders in the mining sector have been clamouring for the amendment of the dated Act, which has been in effect for about 16 years.
CHAPTER I Minerals, Prospecting, Mining and Quarrying PART I Ownership and Control of Minerals SECTION 1. Control of property in minerals, water, etc., vestedin the State. 2. Prohibition of exploration or exploitation of minerals without authority. 3. Lands excluded from minerals exploration and exploitation. PART II Administration of the Act 4 ...
This Act may be cited as the Mining Act. Application 2. This Act shall apply to Tanzania Mainland. Disapplication to petroleum 3. This Act does not apply to exploration for or production of petroleum. Interpretation Acts Nos. 23 of 2015 s.29 4.-(1) In this Act, unless the context otherwise requires- "authorized officer" means the Commissioner ...
An Act to Repeal the Minerals and Mining Act, No. 34 of 1999 and Re-enact the Nigerian Minerals and Mining Act, 2007 for the purposes of Regulating all Aspects of the Exploration and Exploitation of Solid Minerals in Nigeria; and for Related Purposes. This Act concerns the rights in and management of mineral resources in Nigeria.
NIGERIAN MINERALS AND MINING ACT,2007 · · Nigerian Minerals and Mining Act Z007 No.ZO 71. Pre-Conditions for commencement of development. 72. Rights to graze livestock. …
An Act to repeal the Minerals and Mining Act, No. 34 of 1999 and re-enact the Nigerian Minerals and Mining Act 2007 for the purposes of regulating all aspects of the exploration and exploitation of solid minerals in Nigeria; and for related purposes. [2007 No. 50.] [29th March, 2007] [Commencement.] ENACTED by the National Assembly of the ...
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