ABSTRACT

This study investigates the contributions of solid minerals to economic growth of Nigeria (198 l - 2018) using the ordinary least square method which incorporates endogenity in its estimation, the unit root test was carried out for each of the variables using the ADF (Augmented Dickey Fuller) which shows that all variables i.e. RGDP, SM, EXR, CAPAC are stationary at 1! difference. The cointegraton was also conducted to determine if there exists a long run relationship among variables. Finding from the study shows that solid mineral has a positive and a significant impact on economic growth, exchange rate has a positive and a significant impact on economic growth, while capital accumulation has a positive but insignificant impact on economic growth. The study recommends among others that Solid mineral management should he provided in the yearly budget with a separate head for the purpose of adequate revenue allocation, implementation and monitoring. There is need to enhance environmental public enlightenment and public participation as it affects solid minerals not only through the radio, television and print media but also through grassroots enlightenment campaigns. Public private partnership is highly encouraged in solid minerals and environmental management while government should commit itself to sponsoring more research projects into the reduction of solid waste at source, collection and efficient disposal.