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NSRMEA is a geo-scientific information centre for investors and researchers in the solid minerals sector, through the collective efforts of well trained, dedicated and motivated workforce that is technologically driven and focused.

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National Steel Raw Materials Exploration Agency (NSRMEA)

NSRMEA is a geo-scientific information centre for investors and researchers in the solid minerals sector, through the collective efforts of well trained, dedicated and motivated workforce that is technologically driven and focused. The Agency’s services are founded on responsive personal attention and delivery of technical excellence. Our diverse staff of geoscientists, engineers, and information technology specialists provides a wide range of technical resources and depth of professional experience to fit our clients’ project requirements.

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OUR VALUES

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We are Commited to the service of humanity having integrity as our watchword

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To put Nigeria first in all we do, dedicating our time and selfless effort to her growth and socio-economic prosperity

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To shun indecency and corruption in our workplace, extolling the virtues of hardwork and sacrifice

Our Leaders

Olamilekan Adegbite
Arc. Olamilekan Adegbite

Honourable Minister, Mines & Steel Development

Gbemisola Ruqayyah Saraki
Sen. Gbemisola Ruqayyah Saraki,

Honourable Minister of State, Mines & Steel Development

Oluyomi Finnih
Chief (Dr.) Oluyomi Finnih

Chairman, Board of Director - NSRMEA

Mr. Michael Kolawole Ogunbiyi
Mr. Michael Kolawole Ogunbiyi ,

Director General / CEO

Our Service

What We Do

Drilling & Other Engineering Services

The Agency’s drilling professionals have extensive experience on a diverse range of projects which results in fast, high-quality project design and implementation.

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Geophysical Survey Services

All activities concerned with the Earth’s subsurface, like geological mapping, mineral exploration, groundwater development, environmental monitoring etc. involve the integrated and intelligent assembly & interpretation of many types of geoinformation.

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Geochemical, Mineralogical and Petrographic Tests/ Analyses/Studies

The major factor which finally decides if a mineral deposit will ever be exploited is the technical ability of the engineer to produce saleable products at a socially acceptable cost.

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Sample Preparation Services

Sample preparation is concerned with the production of a homogenous and representative sub-sample of the original material whilst minimizing the risk of contamination.

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Geographic Information System (GIS) Services

Geographic Information System (GIS) Services rely increasingly on digital spatial data, acquired from remotely sensed images, analyzed by GIS and visualized on the computer screen or paper.

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Surface Water & Groundwater Exploration

Surface Water & Groundwater Exploration: Our near nation-wide presence offers our clients the added benefit of local experience, resulting in cost effective and timely services.

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News Updates

19 Aug

Ag. Director General of NSRMEA Pledges Commitment to Agency's Sustained Growth

Mr. Ogunbiyi took over from the former DG of the agency, Dr. Umar Albarka Hassan in July 2022. He now heads the affairs of the NSRMEA following a rich background of broad experience spanning over 30 years in various capacities. Before his current position, Mr. Ogunbiyi was the Head, Iron and Ferro Alloy department at the agency where he oversaw and supervised several exploration projects in search of iron-ore and other steel raw materials.

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08 Jul

Nigeria Unveils The National GeoData Centre

The GeoData Centre is responsible for collecting and preserving geoscientific data and information on Nigeria, making them available for the long-term to a wide range of users and communities. The targeted communities of the GDC are miners, geoscientists, local and international investors, academics and researchers.

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03 Jul

Dr Hassan Proposes Solutions to Challenges of Solid Mineral Development in Niger State

Director-General and Chief Executive Officer of the National Steel Raw Materials Exploration Agency, Dr Umar Albarka Hassan has stated that Niger State has the potential to be a mining powerhouse in Nigeria if the myriad of challenges in the industry are tackled adequately by all players involved.

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03 Jul

Nigeria has huge investment opportunities for primary steel production - Dr Hassan

Director-General and Chief Executive Officer of the National Steel Raw Materials Exploration Agency, Dr Umar Albarka Hassan has called on investors to take advantage of the huge investment opportunities in the Nigerian iron and steel sector by engaging in primary liquid steel production using primary raw materials like Iron ore and related minerals.

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03 Jul

Nigerian Delegation at 2022 Mining Indaba Pitches for Increased Investment

The Nigerian delegation at the African Mining Indaba in South Africa led by the Minister of Mines and Steel Development, Arc. Olamilekan Adegbite had a Nigeria Day event which was held on 10th May 2022 with the theme, "Investing Opportunities along the Mining Value Chain".

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17 May

Inspection Tour of Igbokoda Silica Sand Project Reveals Great Progress

An inspection team of the National Steel Raw Materials Exploration Agency on a recent tour to Igbokoda town in Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State has expressed optimism at the level and progress of work done by the agency’s project field crew in the area.

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