Tinubu Congratulates Dele Alake on his 69th birthday, calling him a loyal patriot and lauding his contributions to journalism, governance, and solid minerals reform

Tinubu Congratulates Dele Alake on the occasion of his 69th birthday, describing him as a “consummate strategist, dependable ally, and loyal patriot” whose life has been dedicated to the advancement of Nigeria.

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In a warm tribute issued yesterday in Abuja, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu celebrated the Minister of Solid Minerals, Dr Dele Alake, for decades of excellence in journalism, public service, and strategic communication.

The statement, signed by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Mr Bayo Onanuga, highlighted Alake’s achievements and unwavering loyalty to Nigeria’s progress.

“Dr. Dele Alake has remained a committed, loyal, and outstanding ally for several decades,” the President said. “His steadfastness and unyielding commitment to national development and progress stand him out as a patriot.”

Tinubu Congratulates Dele Alake not only for his personal milestones but also for his ongoing transformation of the solid minerals sector into a viable economic pillar under the Renewed Hope Agenda.

The President praised Alake’s reforms, which include the integration of artisanal miners into the formal economy, investment promotion, and bold policy innovation, aimed at shifting Nigeria away from raw mineral exports to value-added industrialisation.

Reflecting on their decades-long association, President Tinubu said their partnership was anchored on shared values of service, integrity, and national progress.

“On this special day, I pray that Almighty God will continue to bless Dele with good health, wisdom, and strength,” Tinubu added.

Dr Alake, a veteran journalist and former Commissioner for Information and Strategy in Lagos State, is one of President Tinubu’s most trusted confidants and now plays a central role in the administration’s vision for economic diversification through solid minerals development.

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His recent efforts to revoke dormant licences and streamline operations in the mining sector have drawn commendation from stakeholders seeking greater accountability and revenue generation.