Tag: Dele Alake
Alake vows justice as illegal miners kill police officer in Niger
“The illegal miners responsible for the murder of the gallant officer in active service will be made to face the…
How we recovered 90 mining sites from illegal operators – Minister
Speaking on Thursday in Akure at the ongoing South-West Stakeholders’ Dialogue jointly organised by Afenifere, the DAWN Commission, and the…
Schools charging tuition fees in foreign currencies should be closed – Alake
“These are some of these leakages and loop holes that we say exist in our economy that people do not…
From Journalism to Governance: Tinubu praises Dele Alake’s lifelong service
"He has remained a committed, loyal, and outstanding ally for several decades. His steadfastness and unyielding commitment to national development…
FG drops Hammer: 1,263 Mining Licenses revoked in massive crackdown
By freeing up these areas, the Ministry of Solid Minerals Development expects a surge of fresh applications from prospective investors.
Conviction of terrorist commander marks major win against illegal mining – Alake
“Further tightening of the noose around illegalities in mining continues as more drastic measures will be announced shortly,” he said.
Gold fever in Gwagwalada: FG storms site, shuts down illegal mining hub
Commander of the Mining Marshals, ACC John Onoja, confirmed that his team had established 24-hour surveillance over the affected sites…
“You’re trying to cover up your unenviable role in June 12 saga,” Alake tackles Lamido
The Presidency had also dismissed Lamido’s comments as false, revisionist, and historically dishonest.
How Tinubu changed Nigeria’s fortunes in solid minerals sector – Alake
According to the Minister, in the first quarter of 2025 alone, two regulatory agencies—the Mining Cadastral Office (MCO) and the…
FG collects N6.5bn as mining fees in 3 months -Alake
According to him, the mining fees collected by licensing parastatal Mining Cadastral Office, MCO, came from 955 applications for title…
FG rakes in N6.9bn from Mining fees, approves 867 new licences in first quarter
Alake noted that the Ministry has strengthened its conflict resolution mechanism to reduce disputes arising from overlapping claims and litigations.
Nigeria, Venezuela explore mining opportunities
He sought the assistance of the minister of Solid Minerals to facilitate collaboration, by encouraging investors to visit the country…
FG lifts five-year ban on mining activities in Zamfara
Alake said the move was made following significant improvement on the security situation in the state.
Zamfara’s Gold rush returns, as FG lifts 5-year mining ban
Announcing the development at a weekend press briefing, the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Dele Alake, highlighted the economic…
Tinubu pays tribute to Alake on 68th birthday, reflects on three decades of brotherhood
Tinubu in a statement by his spokesman, Bayo Onanuga on Saturday, said he cherished the memories of working closely with…