trajectory in the Niger Delta, which enriches the multinationals to the detriment of the host communities.This was the outcome of a webinar entitled ‘Voices from Mining Communities: Exploring the Complexities of Lithium Mining in the Just Transition Discourse’ organised by Community Development Advocacy Foundation , Renevlyn Development Initiative and Global Alliance for Incinerators Alternative members in Nigeria.
Executive Director of RDI, Philip Jakpor, in his presentation, ‘Why Nigeria is Heading on the Path of Doom’, lamented the exclusion of communities bearing solid minerals such as lithium and gold in discussions about mineral extraction in their areas. The forum lamented the poor regulation of solid mineral extraction in Africa and other parts of the global south, who suffer to the benefit of the global north.
According to her, due to the foregoing, GAIA is promoting campaigns to reject products designed for waste and reduce the use of critical minerals among others.The webinar facilitated by the Coordinator, Africa Coal Network, Marina Agortimevor, featured stories from mining communities in Nasarawa and Nwange , as well as discussions on the true essence of a just transition and sustainable renewable energy practices without further mining.
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