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Nigeria critical minerals compliance
Raw Ore Export Ban
In EffectEffective: October 2023
Minister Dele Alake confirmed Nigeria's ban on the export of unprocessed mineral ore, requiring value-addition before export. Applies to all critical minerals including lithium and spodumene.
Possess and Purchase Licence (PPL)
RequiredEffective: Ongoing
A Possess and Purchase Licence is mandatory for all parties involved in the purchase or holding of critical minerals. Required for both buyers and intermediaries operating within Nigeria.
NEPC Registration
Required for ExportEffective: Ongoing
Nigeria Export Promotion Council registration is required for all export activity. Part of the Phase 1 compliance baseline for all supplier formalisation mandates.
Independent Assay Certification
Market StandardEffective: Ongoing
Independent assay certification from an accredited laboratory is the de facto standard required by international trading houses before committing to any purchase of Nigerian material.
Last reviewed: May 2026. Regulatory status is subject to change. Consult legal counsel for compliance decisions.
Explainers
Reference materials
Nigerian Lithium: What Buyers Need to Know
An overview of supply geography, grade ranges, and compliance requirements for international buyers entering the Nigerian lithium market.
Coming soonThe Possess and Purchase Licence Explained
A plain-language guide to Nigeria's PPL requirement — who needs one, how to obtain it, and what it covers.
Coming soonAssay Certification Standards for Nigerian Spodumene
Why independent assay reports have become the market standard, and what they cover for Nigerian material.
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