The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, has warned state governments against the closure of mining sites, stressing that sub-nationals lack the constitutional authority to do so. Alake stated that mining activities fall under the Federal Government’s exclusive jurisdiction and no state has the authority to interfere in mining operations. The ministers’ comment is in response to recent proclamations …

Solid Minerals Development Minister Dr. Oladele Alake has hailed the $1 billion (N1.6 trillion) new iron ore to steel project planned for Kogi State as a breakthrough in the Federal Government’s campaign to make local value addition to the model of development in the solid minerals sector. Addressing the promoters- Chart and Capstone Integrated Limited of Nigeria and Sinomach-He of …

The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake has hinted at an impending forensic audit of the mining sector as part of efforts to sanitize the industry and boost investor confidence. During a meeting with Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang on Wednesday, Dr. Alake emphasized that ongoing reforms will lead to the implementation of technology-driven mechanisms aimed at enhancing …

Solid Minerals Development Minister, Dr. Dele Alake has distanced himself from a phone number being exploited by a scammer on the widely-used social media platform, WhatsApp. According to a statement on 26 June 2024, by his Special Assistant on Media, Segun Tomori, on 26, Alake clarified that the contact number ‘+234 707 743 7582’ does not belong to him, his …

Solid Minerals Development Minister, Dr. Dele Alake has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for supporting reforms in the solid minerals sector assuring that the National Gold Purchase programme (NGPP) will increase the country’s reserve and boost the naira’s value. This was contained in a statement on Sunday, by the Special Assistant on Media to the Minister, Segun Tomori. Presenting the …

The Federal Government has mobilised first responders to the scene of a collapsed mining site in Galadima Kogo, Shiroro Local Government Area (LGA) of Niger State. The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake disclosed that the swift action of the Federal Government underscores its commitment to mitigating the adverse impact of the incident and rescuing those still trapped …

To boost the ease of doing business in the mining sector, the Federal Government has launched the Nigeria Mineral Resources Decision Support System (NMDSS). Launching the system, the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake said that the portal would expand access of prospective investors to critical information on Nigeria’s mineral deposits, policies guiding the mining sector and incentives …

The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake has solicited the support of the Senate for increase in funding for the ministry to enhance its capacity to carry out detailed exploration of the nation’s vast mineral deposits. During the opening session of the investigative hearing of the Senate Committee on Solid Minerals, Alake identified the twin issues of poor …

Increasing demand for the services of newly established Mining Marshals by mining firms confirm support of the industry for the policy. Delivering a keynote address at the mining conference, organised by the Nigerian Institute of Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Oladele Alake said that not less than three firms requested for the services …

In furtherance of efforts to sanitise the mining sector, the Federal Government has revoked 924 dormant licenses spanning exploration, mining, small-scale mining, and quarrying licences At a press conference on Wednesday, the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake said that, in line with constitutional provisions, adequate notice was given to all concerned parties through the official Gazette of …