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Nigeria : Canmax invests $200M for lithium
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On February 9, 2025, Canmax signed an agreement with Kebbi State and Three Crown Mines to develop and exploit lithium resources in Nigeria. The company will invest over $200M (¥1.457B) and hold an 85% stake in the joint venture. A modern plant will be built for lithium extraction and processing. This investment marks Canmax’s first lithium project in Africa.