Lithium: Nigeria’s new oil, old mistake?

The Punch | 01-10-2026 04:39pm |

The article discusses Nigeria's situation regarding lithium, a mineral that is becoming very important worldwide, especially for making batteries in electric cars and other technologies. Nigeria has a chance to develop its lithium industry, but there is a concern that the country might make the same mistakes it did with oil, which has led to problems like corruption and environmental damage. The article suggests that Nigeria needs to make smart choices to create a sustainable lithium industry that benefits the country and its people, rather than just focusing on short-term profits like it did with oil.

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