Tinubu Praises Dele Alake’s Re-election as Chair of Africa Minerals Strategic Group
President Bola Tinubu has officially congratulated Nigeria’s Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, following his re-election as Chairman of the Africa Minerals Strategic Group. This milestone was achieved at the group’s 2026 Annual General Meeting, held alongside the prestigious Future Minerals Forum in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Alake first assumed this leadership role in 2024, and his re-election reflects continued trust in his vision and leadership across Africa.
In a statement issued on Monday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu described Alake’s re-election as a “clear vote of confidence” in his leadership and strategic advocacy for the growth and development of Africa’s minerals sector. The statement highlighted Alake’s commitment to ensuring that Africa maximizes the benefits of its vast mineral resources through sustainable practices, regional collaboration, and economic empowerment.
“I congratulate Dele Alake for sustaining the confidence and trust of his colleagues across Africa, who have renewed his leadership of their forum,” President 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 has led a reform agenda that is transforming the sector into a major contributor to our national economy.”
The Africa Minerals Strategic Group is a continental forum composed of ministers responsible for mining and solid minerals development in African countries. Its key objectives include advancing collaboration among member states, safeguarding mineral resources, promoting sustainable investment, and ensuring Africa’s active participation in the global critical minerals and energy transition landscape.
Under Alake’s chairmanship, the group has provided a cohesive platform for African nations to speak with a united voice on mineral governance, investment policies, and regional resource management. By promoting partnerships between governments, private investors, and international stakeholders, the forum has strengthened Africa’s position as a major player in global mineral supply chains and the transition toward renewable energy.
President Tinubu also emphasized the alignment of Alake’s leadership with Nigeria’s “Renewed Hope Agenda,” which seeks to unlock the country’s solid minerals potential. Alake’s efforts have focused on attracting sustainable investments, creating jobs, promoting local content development, and ensuring that mining activities contribute significantly to Nigeria’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP).
The President praised Alake’s dedication to ensuring transparency, accountability, inclusiveness, and sustainability in Africa’s minerals sector. He assured the Minister of the Federal Government’s unwavering support as he continues to deepen cooperation among African countries, strengthen regulatory frameworks, and advance policies that safeguard resources while benefiting local communities.
Alake’s re-election signals confidence not only in his leadership but also in Nigeria’s growing influence in Africa’s minerals sector. Observers note that his tenure has been marked by active engagement with international stakeholders, reforms in mining regulation, and the promotion of responsible mining practices, including environmental protection and community empowerment.
As Africa seeks to increase its share of the global minerals market, particularly critical metals needed for technology and renewable energy, Alake’s leadership at the Africa Minerals Strategic Group is expected to play a pivotal role in shaping policy, investment strategies, and regional cooperation. His continued chairmanship provides continuity in pursuing these objectives and ensuring that Africa’s mineral wealth contributes to sustainable economic growth.
With this re-election, Nigeria and Africa are positioned to benefit from strengthened collaboration in mining governance, enhanced transparency, and policies that foster inclusive growth. President Tinubu’s commendation underscores the strategic importance of Alake’s work and the government’s commitment to supporting initiatives that transform the minerals sector into a catalyst for development across the continent.
