About
Driving Investment in Nigeria's Mining Sector
Enabling Sustainable Exploration, Development, and Investment.
Vision
To be the leading government-backed institution driving Nigeria’s mining sector towards global competitiveness and sustainability.
To revolutionize Nigeria’s mining sector into a world-class industry that powers
national prosperity while ensuring sustainable development for future generations.
Mission
To explore, mine, process, and commercialize Nigeria’s mineral wealth through innovation, collaboration, and responsible resource management.
To transform Nigeria’s mineral sector through innovative exploration, sustainable
mining practices, and strategic partnerships, driving economic growth while safeguarding our natural heritage.
Core Values
National Impact
Driving economic transformation and creating sustainable employment opportunities for Nigerians.
Leadership
Setting the standard for mining excellence and driving Nigeria's position as Africa's premier mining hub.
Sustainability
Demonstrating unwavering commitment to responsible mining and environmental stewardship.
Innovation
Pioneering breakthrough solutions and technologies that transform the mining sector.
Excellence
Maintaining world-class standards in exploration, mining, and processing operations.
Collaboration
Forging strategic partnerships with stakeholders to advance industry development.
Unveiling Our Story
Our Identity
Established to drive and catalyse mining investments
The NIgeria Solid Minerals Company (the “NSMC” or “Fund”) is a sovereign Fund established by the Government of Nigeria to drive and catalyse private sector-led investments in Nigeria’s mining sector.
Our Mandate
Unlocking financing for mining projects
NSMC’s mandate is to unlock financing to promote the growth of Nigeria’s mining sector and improve economic parameters such as job creation and mining sector contribution to GDP while ensuring sufficient returns to the Fund.
Our Focus
Impacting investments for sustainable economic growth
The Fund’s approach is to provide flexible financing options, build economic partnerships, deliver extensive contact networks, and complete in-house technical evaluation and support teams dedicated to advancing projects. The NSMC invests mainly across three funds: NSMC Growth, NSMC Opportunities and NSMC Responsible Mining. We prioritise investments in the mining sector that will deliver economic and social impact, unlock increased private sector participation and mobilise additional capital. The three Fund invests across the entire mining lifecycle.
Unveiling Our Story
Our Identity
Established to drive and catalyse mining investments
The NIgeria Solid Minerals Company (the “NSMC” or “Fund”) is a sovereign Fund established by the Government of Nigeria to drive and catalyse private sector-led investments in Nigeria’s mining sector.
Our Mandate
Unlocking financing for mining projects
NSMC’s mandate is to unlock financing to promote the growth of Nigeria’s mining sector and improve economic parameters such as job creation and mining sector contribution to GDP while ensuring sufficient returns to the Fund.
Our Focus
Impacting investments for sustainable economic growth
The Fund’s approach is to provide flexible financing options, build economic partnerships, deliver extensive contact networks, and complete in-house technical evaluation and support teams dedicated to advancing projects. The NSMC invests mainly across three funds: NSMC Growth, NSMC Opportunities and NSMC Responsible Mining. We prioritise investments in the mining sector that will deliver economic and social impact, unlock increased private sector participation and mobilise additional capital. The three Fund invests across the entire mining lifecycle.
