The Miners Association of Nigeria (MAN), organiser of Nigeria Mining Week (NMW), and the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA) have signed a strategic partnership aimed at deepening collaboration between Nigeria’s mining industry and the organised private sector.

Both parties are also seeking to boost activities in the local mining sector ahead of Nigeria Mining Week 2026, taking place next month in Abuja.

The partnership marks an important step towards strengthening engagement among Nigeria’s business community, policymakers, investors and mining stakeholders as the country works to unlock the economic potential of its mineral resources.

Through the agreement, NACCIMA will serve as a strategic partner of Nigeria Mining Week and leverage its national network of chambers and business associations to encourage strong private sector participation.

A central component of the collaboration will see NACCIMA rally its members to participate in Nigeria Mining Week and coordinate a dedicated NACCIMA Pavilion.

The pavilion will provide member companies with a platform to showcase their businesses, products, services, projects and innovations, while connecting with mining industry decision-makers, government representatives, investors and prospective partners.

The duo noted that the partnership will also support wider business participation in discussions on mining-sector development, investment promotion, value-chain opportunities and economic diversification.

NACCIMA said it would promote activities through its communication channels and affiliated chamber network, broadening engagement between the mining industry and Nigeria’s organised private sector.

MAN National President, Dele Ayanleke, noted that the growth of Nigeria’s mining sector requires strong collaboration among industry, government, investors and the wider business community.

“Our partnership with NACCIMA creates an important bridge to Nigerian enterprises across the mining value chain. We look forward to welcoming NACCIMA and its members and to seeing the NACCIMA Pavilion become a platform for meaningful business connections and investment,” he said.

National President, NACCIMA, Dr Jani Ibrahim, said: “Nigeria’s mining sector presents significant opportunities for enterprise development, value addition, job creation and economic diversification.

NACCIMA will rally its members and affiliated chambers to participate in Nigeria Mining Week and contribute to a strong NACCIMA Pavilion that showcases the capability, diversity and investment potential of Nigerian businesses.”