Why Nigeria turn down Tesla’s mining deal
21 September 2022 |
2:15 pm
Nigeria has refused to enter into a mining deal with Tesla, a top American electronic car manufacturer, battery energy storage, Solar panels, and solar roof tiles. The deal was expected to see Tesla, Inc. mine lithium in Nigeria for its production.
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