Avesoro Resources Inc. provided production guidance for the year 2018. Gold production is expected to be between 220,000 and 240,000 ounces in 2018 representing a 15% to 25% increase on 2017 production from the company's mines. For 2018, the company expects sustaining capital expenditure of USD 65 million to USD 75 million, including USD 35 million of waste stripping. Board approved exploration budget of USD 25 million for 2018 with eight diamond drill rigs currently mobilised across the licence portfolio.