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The Rural Women Energy Security (RUWES) Initiative proudly joined national stakeholders in advancing the GEF-GOLD+ Nigeria Project, a strategic intervention aimed at eliminating mercury use in artisanal and small-scale gold mining (ASGM) and promoting safer, cleaner, and more sustainable mining practices across the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This milestone event brought together key government agencies, international partners, and state representatives committed to reducing mercury pollution and strengthening community resilience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Leadership and Technical Contributions<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The programme featured a distinguished lineup of speakers and contributors:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Alhaji Mahmud Adam Kambari, Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Environment, delivered the keynote address, underscoring Nigeria\u2019s commitment to transitioning away from mercury-dependent mining practices and strengthening the National Action Plan on Mercury Management.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Engr. Dr. (Mrs.) Bahijjahtu Abubakar, FNSE, Director of Pollution Control & Environmental Health (PC&EH), presented the welcome remark, emphasizing the urgency of adopting mercury-free technologies, formalizing the mining sector, and protecting vulnerable populations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Goodwill messages were delivered by representatives of UNIDO and state delegates from Kaduna, Niger, Zamfara, and Kebbi States, highlighting their readiness to collaborate and scale up environmentally responsible mining initiatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
RUWES Representation<\/p>\n\n\n\n
RUWES was ably represented by its Head of Secretariat (HOS), Jumaima Ella, who attended alongside the RUWES technical team. The delegation reaffirmed RUWES\u2019 dedication to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Enhancing community awareness on environmental health<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Strengthening women\u2019s participation and safety in mining-affected areas<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Promoting clean energy alternatives that reduce environmental and health risks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Advancing the Minamata Convention in Nigeria<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The GEF-GOLD+ Nigeria Project directly supports the implementation of the Minamata Convention on Mercury, focusing on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Sector formalization<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Improved access to finance<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Deployment of mercury-free mining technologies<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Reduction of mercury emissions and contamination<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Protection of public health and local livelihoods<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Through strong partnerships and community-driven action, the project aims to reduce mercury pollution, protect ecosystems, and advance sustainable economic growth in mining communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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This milestone event brought together key government agencies, international partners, and state representatives committed to reducing mercury pollution and strengthening community resilience. Leadership and Technical Contributions The programme featured a distinguished lineup of speakers and contributors: Alhaji Mahmud Adam Kambari, Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Environment, delivered the keynote address, underscoring Nigeria\u2019s commitment to transitioning away from mercury-dependent mining practices and strengthening the National Action Plan on Mercury Management. Engr. Dr. (Mrs.) Bahijjahtu Abubakar, FNSE, Director of Pollution Control & Environmental Health (PC&EH), presented the welcome remark, emphasizing the urgency of adopting mercury-free technologies, formalizing the mining sector, and protecting vulnerable populations. 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