Lecture Notes in Earth Sciences

Obaje, Nuhu George

Contains details on the geological units of Nigeria and the associated mineral resources. 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 takes the mineral resources of Nigeria one on one, their geological environment, mode of occurrence, localities and where possible the reserves estimation. Thereafter, an account of the previous and current mining policies (including that of petroleum) of the Nigerian government is given and goes ahead to list some specific investment opportunities in the solid minerals sector.

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Published by: Springer

Publication Date: 2009-07-09

Format: Hardcover

ISBN-13: 9783540926849

DOI: 10.1007/978-3-540-92685-6

Dimensions: 235cm x155cm

Pages: 221