Gold Prices Hit Record Highs as Nigeria Intensifies Crackdown on Illegal Mining
September 3, 2025 – Gold surged to fresh record highs in global markets on Tuesday, buoyed by strong investor demand and ongoing supply concerns, even as Nigeria ramped up efforts to tackle illegal mining within its borders. Analysts attributed the surge to global economic uncertainties, currency pressures, and heightened interest in safe-haven assets. Spot gold