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From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Solid Minerals Development Minister, Dele Alake on his re-election as Chairman of the Africa Minerals Strategic Group (AMSG), describing it as a strong endorsement of his leadership in harnessing the continent’s mineral wealth.
In a statement by Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President noted that Alake, first elected in 2024 during the Future Minerals Forum (FMF) in Saudi Arabia, secured another term at the group’s 2026 Annual General Meeting (AGM) on the sidelines of the same event in Riyadh. The AMSG unites African ministers overseeing mining and solid minerals to maximize benefits from the continent’s vast resources amid the global energy transition.
Tinubu described the re-election as “a clear vote of confidence in his visionary leadership, steadfast commitment, and strategic advocacy for Africa’s minerals sector.” He highlighted how Alake’s tenure has given African nations a “strong, united voice” in collaborations that protect resources and position the continent in critical minerals supply chains.
The President linked Alake’s role to Nigeria’s Renewed Hope Agenda, noting reforms that unlock solid minerals potential, draw investments, generate jobs, and deliver socio-economic gains. “I congratulate Dele Alake for sustaining the confidence and trust of his colleagues across Africa, who have renewed his leadership of their forum,” Tinubu said.
“His commitment and pan-African vision to ensure our continent derives the greatest benefits from our mineral resources are commendable. As Nigeria’s Minister of Solid Minerals, he had led a reform agenda that is transforming the sector into a major contributor to our national economy.”
Tinubu pledged ongoing federal support for Alake to foster deeper African cooperation, robust institutions, and transparent, sustainable practices in minerals development.
