The minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, has described Nasarawa State as a worthy partner with the federal government in the drive to develop mineral resources.
Alake spoke while receiving Nasarawa State Governor Abdullahi Sule in his office on Thursday, according to a statement from the minister’s office.
Alake said the governor had provided immense support for the lithium factory undergoing construction in Nasarawa State, emphasising that the state had led the way in fostering partnership with the federal government for solid minerals development.
“The governor has been very supportive of the solid minerals sector, not because his state is a solid minerals state, but because he’s an engineer, he is a technical person. He understands the dynamics of the sector, and I commend his efforts,” Alake said.
The governor, in his remarks, lauded the minister for leading the charge for the resurgence of the mining sector and facilitating the state’s acquisition of gold, tin, and lithium mining licenses.
