President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration's commitment to boosting investments in Nigeria's solid minerals and energy sectors, highlighting ongoing reforms aimed at improving the business climate.
Speaking at the African Natural Resources and Energy Investment Summit (AFNIS 2025) in Abuja—through Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake—the President noted key initiatives including the upgrade of the digital mining cadastre, enhanced security for licensed miners, and the creation of value chain development clusters nationwide.
Organised by the Ministry of Solid Minerals Development and Core International, the summit gathered top government officials, investors, and experts across Africa to discuss opportunities in resource-led growth and energy transition.
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The CEO of Tour Exploration, Mr. Segun Lawson, praised the government's provision of reliable exploration data, which he said is attracting more investor interest.
Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, emphasized that energy investments are being used to promote local content, jobs, and access, citing the Energising Education Programme (EEP), which is 70% complete and will deliver 100MW of clean energy to universities and hospitals.
Permanent Secretary Faruk Yusuf Yabo and Dr. Lynda Lawson also stressed the importance of ESG principles and mineral security in policy planning.
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