Millennial Welcomes the U.S. Embassy Acting Chargé d'Affaires for Gabon to the Banio Potash Project Site
Millennial Potash highlights U.S. diplomatic engagement at Banio while advancing drilling, resource updates, and feasibility and impact studies toward 2026 milestones.
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Millennial Potash (MLPNF) hosted a Sept. 10, 2026 site visit to its Banio Potash Project in Gabon by the U.S. Embassy Acting Chargé d’Affaires for Gabon, Susan N’Garnim, and a delegation of U.S. diplomats.
The visit included tours of the camp, logistics and drill sites BA-006 and BA-008, as well as a technical presentation on potash and an update on the ongoing Definitive Feasibility Study (DFS). The company reports continued U.S. government and U.S. Development Finance Corporation support for the DFS. Delegates reviewed potash-rich drill core from BA-006 and observed active drilling preparations at BA-008, and the company states the visit exceeded expectations.
Millennial is drilling BA-007 and BA-008 to potentially extend potash resources beyond the current Mineral Resource Estimate of 648.2M tonnes Measured at 15.7% KCl, 1.8B tonnes Indicated at 15.6% KCl, and 3.56B tonnes Inferred at 15.6% KCl. Completion of the current four-hole program and an updated resource estimate are expected in 2026, alongside advancement of the DFS and Environmental and Social Impact Assessment.
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West Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - September 15, 2026) - Millennial Potash Corp. (TSXV: MLP) (OTCQB: MLPNF) (FSE: X0D) ("MLP", "Millennial" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that a high-level field visit to the Company's Banio Potash Project in Gabon was completed on Sept. 10 by the U.S. Embassy Acting Chargé d'Affaires ("ACDA") for Gabon, Ms. Susan N'Garnim, and a delegation of U.S. diplomats. The visit provided a first-hand review of the project's operation, exploration activity and its surrounding communities and is a demonstration of the strong support Banio continues to receive from the U.S. government and the U.S. Development Finance Corporation ("DFC") which is supporting Millennial's Definitive Feasibility Study ("DFS") on the project.
Farhad Abasov, Millennial's Chair, commented "The visit by the U.S. Embassy Acting Chargés d'Affaires Ms. Susan N'Garnim and the Embassy delegation provided an excellent opportunity for them to witness the scale of the Banio Potash Project, the ongoing drilling and field work, the resource potential, and the extensive involvement of local Gabonese workers on site. The U.S. government, via the Embassy in Gabon and the DFC in Washington, has provided on-going support for the Banio Potash Project for several years. We appreciate the opportunity to interact with the ACDA and senior diplomatic staff at the Embassy, present our project on the ground, and strengthen the strong working relationship we currently enjoy as a responsible and proactive development company in Gabon."
ACDA N'Garnim and the delegation toured the Company camp and logistics facilities, attended a technical presentation by the Company on potash outlining the potential benefits a project of this magnitude can bring to the region and an update on the progress of the Banio DFS. The ACDA inspected potash-rich drill core from new drillhole BA-006 and expressed great satisfaction at the Company's progress to date. The delegation also had the opportunity to review drilling at the BA-008 drill site where the drill team was actively advancing casing to prepare for cementation. ACDA N'Garnim and the delegates expressed that their visit exceeded expectations and were very impressed with the Company infrastructure at the project and the high level of professionalism displayed by the MLP team.
Millennial Potash continues exploration drilling at BA-007 and 008 to potentially extend potash resources south and west of the current project Mineral Resource Estimate ("MRE") which is comprised of Measured Mineral Resources Estimate of 648.2M tonnes grading
Photo 1: Acting U.S. Charge d'Affaires Susan N'Garnim, Mayumba Potasse General Manager Valvy Pandi and MLP geologists review potash rich drill core from BA-006 at the Banio Potash Project
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Photo 2: Acting Charge d'Affaires Susan N'Garnim and Millennial Potash Corp. technical team with General Manager Valvy Pandi at drill site of BA-008, Banio Potash Project
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The technical information in this news release has been reviewed and approved by Peter J. MacLean, Ph.D., P. Geo. (Ontario), Director of the Company, who is a Qualified Person as that term is defined in National Instrument 43-101.
To find out more about Millennial Potash Corp. please contact Investor Relations at (604) 662 8184 or email at info@millennialpotash.com. Keep up-to-date on Millennial Potash developments and join our online communities on: Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.
MILLENNIAL POTASH CORP.
"Farhad Abasov"
Chair of the Board of Directors
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Who visited Millennial Potash’s Banio Project and what did they review on site?
The U.S. Embassy Acting Chargé d’Affaires for Gabon, Susan N’Garnim, and a delegation of U.S. diplomats visited the Banio Potash Project. They toured the company’s camp and logistics facilities, attended a technical presentation on potash and the project’s potential regional benefits, and received an update on the Definitive Feasibility Study. The delegation also inspected potash-rich drill core from hole BA-006 and reviewed drilling activity at the BA-008 site.
What is the current Mineral Resource Estimate for the Banio Potash Project?
The Banio Potash Project has a Mineral Resource Estimate comprising: Measured resources of 648.2 million tonnes grading 15.7% KCl, Indicated resources of 1.8 billion tonnes grading 15.6% KCl, and Inferred resources of 3.56 billion tonnes grading 15.6% KCl, based on earlier disclosures referenced in the announcement.
What drilling program is underway and when is it expected to be completed?
Millennial Potash is conducting a four-hole drilling program, including holes BA-006, BA-007 and BA-008, with BA-007 and BA-008 aimed at potentially extending potash resources south and west of the current resource area. The program is planned for completion in 2026, at which time an updated Mineral Resource Estimate is expected.
Which project studies is Millennial Potash advancing alongside drilling?
In addition to the ongoing exploration drilling and the Definitive Feasibility Study on the Banio Potash Project, Millennial Potash is also advancing a planned Environmental and Social Impact Assessment study.
Who reviewed and approved the technical information in the announcement?
The technical information was reviewed and approved by Peter J. MacLean, Ph.D., P. Geo. (Ontario), a director of the company and a Qualified Person as defined under National Instrument 43-101.
How can investors or interested parties contact Millennial Potash for more information?
Interested parties can contact Millennial Potash’s Investor Relations by telephone at (604) 662-8184 or by email at info@millennialpotash.com. The company also maintains online communities on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube for project updates.