Directives on the Economy: Buhari Orders Full Exploration of Solid Minerals in the Country,

At a time oil volatility seems to be hampering the ‎full implementation of the 2016 budget, President Muhammadu Buhari, has demanded for a full exploration of solid minerals in the country, in order to enhance revenue.

The President who made this known through the Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo, said the Federal Government is committed to tapping iron ore in the country.

Presently, Nigeria is the 12th largest iron ore resource country in the world, and second largest in Africa.

Nigeria has about 2 billion metric tonnes of iron ore reserves.