Which state in north-central Nigeria is nicknamed 'the Solid Minerals State' or 'Home of Solid Minerals' because of its vast diversity of gemstone and industrial deposits?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. Nasarawa State
- Step 1: Nasarawa State possesses commercially significant deposits of baryte, coal, tantalite, columbite, lithium, marble, and gemstones. Step 2. Its official state slogan is 'Home of Solid Minerals'. Answer: Nasarawa State. Why not the others: Plateau is 'Home of Peace and Tourism'; Kogi is 'the Confluence State'; Niger is 'the Power State'.
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