BREAKING: Tinubu Gives 2 Conditions to Explore Mineral Resources in Nigeria
- President Bola Tinubu has said any companies exploring Nigerian resources must prioritise the health and safety of the people
- Tinubu made the demand while receiving a presentation from the Course 32 participants of the NDC in Abuja on Thursday, August 8
- The president commended the Course 32 participants while emphasizing the importance of diversifying the economy
Aso-Villa, Abuja - President Bola Tinubu has insisted that companies must prioritize the health and safety of Nigerians and host communities affected by mineral exploration activities.
The President made this commitment while receiving a presentation from Course 32 participants of the National Defence College (NDC) in Abuja on Thursday, August 8.
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Tinubu highlights potentials of mining sector
According to Ajuri Ngelale, the spokesperson to President Tinubu, the presentation, titled "Harnessing the Mining Industry for Enhanced National Security and Development," highlighted the potential of the mining industry to contribute to national security and development.
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President Tinubu commended the participants for their work and reiterated the importance of diversifying Nigeria's economy.
The statement added that the president directed security agencies to intensify efforts to crack down on illegal miners across the country.
Tinubu then expressed concern over the health implications of exploration activities and pledged to provide medical centres and facilities to protect Nigerians' lives and property.
Tinubu vows to complete NDC headquarters
He assured the delegation that his administration would ensure the completion of the NDC headquarters in Abuja.
President Tinubu emphasized the need for responsible mining practices that prioritize the well-being of Nigerians and host communities and urged the military to play a key role in achieving this goal.
The statement reads in part:
‘‘We have challenges of scavengers and exploiters around the country. We must nip that in the bud, and you military officers understand this better than the civil society."
Read the full statement here:
Bala vows to make Tinubu PDP campaign director
Legit.ng earlier reported that PDP Governor Bala Muhammed of Bauchi state has vowed to invite President Bola Tinubu to be the party's campaign director in the 2027 presidential election.
Muhammed, who doubled as the chairman of the PDP governors' forum, faulted President Tinubu's economic policies.
The governor argues that the PDP has the chance of winning the 2027 presidential election should President Tinubu not change his economic direction.
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