President Bola Tinubu has felicitated his long-time ally, Dr. Dele Alake, who is the Minister of Solid Minerals, on his 69th birthday anniversary.
The President described Alake as a ‘dependable ally, a consummate strategist, an outstanding journalist, and an accomplished public servant whose commitment to national development and good governance has remained unwavering over the decades’.
He recalled his long years of friendship and partnership with Alake, noting his exceptional public communication and national development service.
President Tinubu also commended the Minister’s ongoing efforts to reposition the solid minerals sector as a significant revenue earner for the country through policy innovation, investment promotion, and integration of artisanal miners into the formal economy, in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda.
‘On this special day, I pray that Almighty God will continue to bless Dele with good health, wisdom, and strength.
‘He (Alake) has remained a committed, loyal, and outstanding ally for several decades. His steadfastness and unyielding commitment to national development and progress stand him out as a patriot.
‘I wish him a long life and more years of service to our nation and humanity’ the President said.
