Become a Member
Benefits of Membership
The Miners Association of Nigeria (MAN) has a strong presence in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja and works with members to represent our industry’s interests to government and other important industry stakeholders.
Membership enables companies and individuals to:
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Be a part of a unified voice that promotes a strong and competitive Nigerian mining industry
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Capitalize on MAN’s credibility with government and industry stakeholders to advance interests
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Obtain social license to operate through the Towards Sustainable Mining (TSM) program
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Access MAN’s government and policy expertise, and large network of experts and partners
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Participate in committees and working groups focused on a variety of critical policy priorities
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Learn from and collaborate with peers in the industry
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Receive timely information on industry issues and MAN activities
Types of Membership
MAN offers two types of membership depending on the company’s type of business: full member and associate member. Note that memberships are at the corporate-level and not for individuals.
Full Member
Companies operating a producing mine or reduction plant, actively engaged in mining exploration, or holding 20 percent of the issued capital stock of such a corporation may qualify to become a full member, with the approval of the Executive Council. Full members must have a mining presence in Nigeria, and must participate in MAN’s Towards Sustainable Mining (TSM) program.
Associate Member
Companies that are not directly involved in the mining business, but supply products and services to the mining industry and support the aims of MAN are eligible to become an associate member. Associate members enjoy all the privileges of membership
Working Committees
MAN members are encouraged to participate in any of the following committees and working groups that the association manages and facilitates on behalf of its membership: