N.G.

Obaje
Geology and Mineral Resources of Nigeria
Series: Lecture Notes in Earth Sciences, Vol. 120

Nigeria is a vast country with considerable wealth in natural resources and understanding
Nigeria’s geology is critical for efficient exploration and exploitation of these resources.
This book provides a detailed description of Nigeria’s geology and mineral resources
with the aim of promoting sustainable economic development of Nigeria’s mineral and
petroleum sectors.
 
 
 
The book is divided into three parts. Part 1 discusses the geology of the crystalline rocks
and their regional distribution while the sedimentary basins constitute the subject of Part
2. Part 3 presents the mineral resources of Nigeria, their geological environment, mode
of occurrence, localities and where possible their estimated reserves. This is followed by
an account of the previous and current mining policies (including that of petroleum) of
2009, XIV, 221 p. the Nigerian government and highlights those areas of the minerals sector favorable for
investment in the near future.

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