Society reiterates commitment to sustainable mining practices, national dev’t
The Nigerian Mining and Geosciences Society (NMGS) says it will remain committed to promoting sustainable mining practices for national development.
The President of the society, Ms Rose Ndong, stated this at a press briefing to commence the society’s 262nd council meeting in Uyo on Friday.
Ndong said that the meeting would be preceded by a conference with the theme: “Optimising Efficiency, Sustainability and Resilience in Natural Resource Management and Infrastructure Development”
She said that the theme recognised current realities and the need to adopt innovative, efficient and sustainable approaches in managing Nigeria’s natural resources.
“As a nation richly endowed with natural resources, Nigeria needs to build resilient infrastructure that could support long-term economic growth and environmental stability.
The president further said that the society would contribute by playing its role of promoting sustainable mining practices in the country.
“This conference provides yet another platform to drive our society’s vision of promoting geoscience practices in the country,” said.
Ndong said that the choice of Akwa Ibom for the conference would stimulate the local economy through increased patronage of hotels, transportation, and other services.
“It will open up investment opportunities in the solid minerals, energy, and infrastructure sectors.
“This event will promote the state’s rich geo-tourism potential and natural endowments to a global audience,” he said.
Ndong said that the Federal Government had commenced the process of reviewing extant laws to give state governments control over mining activities.
