Nigerian Lithium Ore Supplier & Exporter
Augustina Impex Limited — Spodumene-Kunzite | Li₂O 1%–5.5%+ | Plateau & Nasarawa States, Nigeria | EXW / FCA | NEPC RE No. 0039421
Augustina Impex Limited (RC 750691 | NEPC RE No. 0039421) is a fully licensed Nigerian exporter of lithium ore, sourced from spodumene-bearing pegmatite deposits across Plateau, Nasarawa, and Kwara States — located in the heart of Nigeria's richest mineral belt. Our lithium ore occurs as high-quality spodumene (LiAlSi₂O₆) and its gem variety kunzite, forming in coarse-grained granitic pegmatite bodies that are among the most productive lithium-bearing geological formations in West Africa.
With Li₂O grades ranging from 1% to 5.5%+, Nigerian spodumene is a commercially viable feedstock for downstream lithium carbonate (Li₂CO₃) and lithium hydroxide (LiOH) processing — the two battery-grade lithium chemicals driving the global electric vehicle and energy storage revolution. Contact us today to request a formal Soft Corporate Offer (SCO) for your required grade and volume.
What Is Lithium Ore (Spodumene)?
Spodumene is a lithium aluminium inosilicate mineral with the chemical formula LiAlSi₂O₆. It is the world's most commercially important hard-rock lithium ore mineral, forming the basis of major lithium supply operations in Australia (Pilbara region, Greenbushes), Zimbabwe (Bikita), and increasingly across Africa — including Nigeria. Spodumene crystallises in the monoclinic system and typically occurs as elongated prismatic crystals ranging from white, grey, or pale green (the variety known as hiddenite) to the distinctive lilac-pink hue of kunzite — the gem-quality variety of spodumene that is particularly common in certain Nigerian pegmatite belts.
Spodumene's economic significance derives from its lithium content. When processed through the spodumene-to-lithium chemical conversion pathway — involving roasting at approximately 1,050°C to convert alpha-spodumene to the more reactive beta-spodumene phase, followed by acid leaching and precipitation — spodumene ore yields battery-grade lithium carbonate (Li₂CO₃ ≥99.5%) or lithium hydroxide monohydrate (LiOH·H₂O ≥56.5%), the two primary lithium chemical forms required by lithium-ion battery manufacturers globally.
Nigeria's lithium ore resources are concentrated in Plateau State (historically the epicentre of Nigeria's mining industry), Nasarawa State, and Kwara State, where lithium-bearing pegmatite intrusions are found in close geological association with coltan/tantalite, tin (cassiterite), and in some localities, tourmaline and beryl. This multi-mineral pegmatite character means that Nigerian lithium mining operations often produce co-product cassiterite and coltan alongside lithium ore — improving the overall economics of individual mine sites.
Product Specification
| Parameter | Detail |
|---|---|
| Mineral Name | Spodumene (Lithium Aluminium Inosilicate) | Kunzite (gem variety) |
| Chemical Formula | LiAlSi₂O₆ |
| Li₂O Grade Range | 1.0% – 5.5%+ (grade confirmed by independent assay per lot) |
| Product Form | Run-of-Mine Lump Ore | Hand-Sorted Spodumene Concentrate |
| Crystal Habit | Prismatic crystals — white, grey, pale green (spodumene) or lilac-pink (kunzite) |
| Host Rock | Coarse-grained granitic pegmatite |
| Origin States | Plateau State | Nasarawa State | Kwara State, Nigeria |
| Co-Product Minerals | Cassiterite (Sn), Coltan/Tantalite (Nb₂O₅+Ta₂O₅), Tourmaline, Beryl (in some localities) |
| Downstream Products | Lithium Carbonate (Li₂CO₃) | Lithium Hydroxide (LiOH·H₂O) |
| Available Volume | Confirmed per SCO — contact us for current lot availability |
| Incoterms | EXW (Ex-Works, Nigeria) | FCA (Nigerian Export Port) |
| Payment Terms | 100% T/T |
| Inspection | CCIC / SGS / Bureau Veritas (buyer's nominated inspector) |
| Export Entity | Jase Odus Nigeria Limited (RC 2022462) |
| Export Compliance | NESS Certificate | NEPC RE No. 0039421 | Form NXP | Certificate of Origin |
Available Li₂O Grades
Nigerian spodumene ore is available across a range of Li₂O grades. Higher-grade material is hand-sorted and visually selected at the mine site, while lower-grade material represents run-of-mine ore. All grades are independently assayed prior to SCO issuance to confirm Li₂O content for the buyer:
All Li₂O grade data cited in our Soft Corporate Offers (SCOs) is based on independent laboratory assay results obtained from each specific lot or consignment being offered. Buyers are entitled to commission their own independent assay by a nominated accredited laboratory (SGS, Bureau Veritas, ALS, CCIC, or equivalent) prior to contract execution. Pre-shipment inspection and independent assay confirmation are standard elements of our commercial process and are actively encouraged.
⚡ Global Demand for Lithium Ore — Why Now?
Lithium is the lightest metal in the periodic table and the essential active ingredient in lithium-ion battery chemistry — the dominant energy storage technology powering the global transition away from fossil fuel combustion. The structural demand shift that lithium markets are experiencing in the 2020s is without precedent in the history of industrial mineral markets: the simultaneous electrification of personal transportation, commercial vehicles, two-wheelers, stationary grid-scale energy storage, and consumer electronics has created a demand wave for battery-grade lithium that existing supply chains — concentrated in Australia, Chile, and Argentina — are straining to meet.
Industry forecasts from leading analytical houses (Wood Mackenzie, Benchmark Mineral Intelligence, Fastmarkets) consistently project a structural lithium supply deficit through the late 2020s and into the 2030s as electric vehicle adoption accelerates across China, Europe, and North America. This supply gap is driving intense commercial and investment interest in emerging lithium supply sources — including Nigeria's underdeveloped but geologically well-endowed spodumene pegmatite belt.
● Geological Endowment: Nigeria's Precambrian basement complex hosts a well-documented belt of lithium-bearing granitic pegmatites across Plateau, Nasarawa, and Kwara States — with documented Li₂O grades reaching 5.5%+ in the best hand-sorted spodumene material.
● Supply Chain Diversification: International buyers and lithium chemical processors seeking to reduce dependence on Australian, Chilean, and Argentinian supply chains are actively evaluating African lithium sources. Nigerian spodumene is directly positioned to serve this diversification demand — supported by the EU Critical Raw Materials Act, US IRA, and equivalent policy frameworks in Japan and South Korea.
● No Radioactive Classification: Unlike monazite sand, spodumene lithium ore carries no radioactive material (NORM) classification — simplifying import, handling, and processing at the buyer's facility.
● Established Export Infrastructure: Augustina Impex Limited has an established export infrastructure — NEPC registration, NESS compliance, pre-shipment inspection coordination, and a multi-state sourcing network — enabling reliable, documented supply to international buyers.
● Co-Product Revenue: Nigerian lithium ore production is frequently associated with cassiterite (tin) and coltan/tantalite co-products, allowing mine operators to generate additional revenue streams that support production economics and supply reliability.
● EXW Commercial Framework: Our EXW pricing model gives buyers full control of freight and insurance costs, maximising commercial transparency and enabling direct comparison with alternative origin sources.
Industrial Applications of Lithium
Lithium derived from spodumene ore processing has applications across a remarkably broad range of industries. The following are the primary and growing end-use sectors that drive global spodumene demand:
Nigeria's Lithium Geology — The Jos Plateau Pegmatite Belt
The Jos Plateau in Plateau State, Nigeria, is widely recognised as one of the most geologically significant mining districts in Sub-Saharan Africa. The Plateau has been actively mined for tin (cassiterite) since the early 20th century under British colonial administration — with peak production during the 1940s and 1950s making Nigeria one of the world's leading tin producers. The same granitic and pegmatitic geology that made Jos famous for tin is now attracting renewed attention for its lithium, coltan, and rare earth mineral potential.
The lithium-bearing pegmatites of Plateau State and the adjacent Nasarawa and Kwara States occur within the Pan-African granitic basement complex of north-central Nigeria — a geological terrain that extends across West Africa and shares mineralogical characteristics with lithium pegmatite provinces in Zimbabwe, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Mali. Spodumene crystals in Nigerian pegmatites can reach considerable size — with individual crystals of several centimetres in length observable in higher-grade hand-sorting material — indicative of the slow-cooling, volatile-enriched crystallisation environment that characterises economically significant lithium pegmatite deposits.
Augustina Impex Limited maintains a multi-state sourcing network for lithium ore across Nigeria's key spodumene-producing regions:
● Plateau State — Jos Plateau pegmatite belt; historic tin-mining terrain with extensive spodumene co-product occurrence; Augustina Impex headquarters location
● Nasarawa State — Eastern extension of the Jos Plateau pegmatite system; includes the Akiri mine area (Kanam LGA border zone) and adjacent lithium-bearing formations
● Kwara State — South-western basement complex; pegmatite occurrences producing spodumene, coltan, and cassiterite from artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) operations
Our sourcing model aggregates licenced-origin mineral production from verified mine owners, licensed ASM operators, and registered mineral dealers across these states — consolidating multiple smaller production units into commercially viable export volumes.
Commercial Terms
Incoterms: EXW (Ex-Works, Nigeria) | FCA (Free Carrier, Nigerian Export Port)
Payment Terms: 100% T/T — standard for independent mineral supply from Sub-Saharan Africa
Pre-Shipment Inspection: CCIC / SGS / Bureau Veritas — buyer nominates inspector; conducted at Nigerian origin point
Independent Assay: Available to buyers prior to contract execution; buyer's nominated accredited laboratory
Minimum Order: Confirmed at SCO stage — subject to current production and aggregation status
Export Entity: Jase Odus Nigeria Limited (RC 2022462)
Documentation: NESS Certificate | NEPC RE No. 0039421 | Commercial Invoice | Packing List | Certificate of Origin | Form NXP | Bill of Lading
Packaging: Jumbo bags (1MT) or as agreed with buyer
How to Request a Soft Corporate Offer (SCO)
❓ Frequently Asked Questions — Nigerian Lithium Ore
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WhatsApp: +234 906 090 4274
Email: augustinaimpex@gmail.com
Website: www.augustinaimpex.com
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