Strategic Horizon 2026–2034 • Milestones
Sustainable Value Chain Roadmap (2026–2034)
Execution milestones to formalize, scale, and decarbonize Nigeria's Lithium Value Chain across 2026–2034.
Filter Phase:
National 2026–2034 Roadmap Execution Index
Phase 1 (2026–2027) in progress (38% Completed)
Currently active: Registering ASM mining cooperatives, deploying solar microgrid PPAs, and formalizing Kaduna rail transit corridors.
Phase 1: 2026–2027
82% Completed
ASM Formalization & Baseline Registry Deployment
- Register top 20 artisanal mining cooperatives in Nasarawa and Kaduna with Ministry cadastre.
- Conduct comprehensive environmental baseline watershed audits with local civil society (CAPPA / ImPPPact).
- Establish LithiumConnect digital registry portal for live 12-category stakeholder onboarding.
Phase 2: 2028–2029
45% In Progress
Blended Capital, Beneficiation & Solar Microgrid PPAs
- Launch ₦50B blended equipment leasing credit facility via Bank of Industry (BOI) and DFI green guarantees.
- Deploy pilot solar microgrids (10MW PPA) at Karu spodumene concentrate processing facilities.
- Initiate digital weight and GPS telemetry tracking for raw ore trucks moving to central mills.
Phase 3: 2030–2031
CNG Logistics & Export Provenance
Low-Carbon Rail Transit & EU Battery Passports (DPP)
- Transition 40% of Karu-to-Lagos haulage trucks to dual-fuel CNG fleets and dedicated rail links.
- Integrate Digital Product Passport (DPP) export certifications aligned with EU Battery Regulations.
- Implement direct revenue-sharing and community trust accounts with mining host communities.
Phase 4: 2032–2034
Domestic Battery Cells & Circularity
Domestic Battery Cell Assembly & Circular Tailings Recycling
- Commission commercial feldspar and quartz tailing recycling plant for regional ceramics industry.
- Partner with University of Ibadan to establish Nigeria's first lithium-ion cathode R&D pilot lab.
- Publish annual Value Chain ESG Impact & Transparency Report with open public telemetry.