August 29, 2025 — The Federal Government has intensified its clampdown on illegal mining as the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, ordered the sealing of an unlawful gold mining site in the Gwagwalada area of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The directive followed intelligence reports of renewed illegal mining activity in the
ABUJA — The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, has emphasized that Nigeria’s quest for sustainable national development is inextricably tied to the effectiveness of its civil service, describing it as the “engine room” of policy implementation and institutional stability. Dr. Alake made the remarks on Tuesday, June 25, 2025, during a panel
The Federal Government of Nigeria has reiterated its commitment to a just and inclusive energy transition, calling on the international community to foster stronger partnerships in addressing global energy challenges. This call was made by the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, during his address at the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development
