DDA

Dr. Dele Alake

Ministry of Solid Minerals Development of Nigeria

Honourable Minister

Description

Dr. Dele Alake is the Honourable Minister of Solid Minerals Development of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, where he leads the strategic transformation of the country’s mining sector into a globally competitive and sustainable industry. Appointed in 2023 by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Dr. Alake is championing bold reforms to attract investment, formalize artisanal mining, combat illegal operations, and drive local value addition. With a distinguished background as a former Commissioner for Information and Strategy in Lagos State and a trusted advisor to the Presidency, Dr. Alake brings over three decades of experience in governance, public communication, and policy strategy. A graduate of the University of Lagos with degrees in Political Science and Mass Communication, he is also a Fellow of the Nigerian Guild of Editors and a nationally respected voice in extractive sector reform.

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Welcome remarks and keynote speeches

PLENARY ROOM CC1 Policymakers’ day on minerals, development, and transversal CRM topics Please note that this session will be livestreamed. Session available in ENGLISH, FRENCH,...

Ministry of Solid Minerals Development of NigeriaHonourable Minister

Alison Campbell

United NationsDirector of the Climate Action Team

Mathias Cormann

OECDSecretary-General

U.S. Department of StateActing Assistant Secretary of the Bureau of Energy Resources

Themba Mkhwanazi

Anglo American PlcDirector, Africa & Australia Region

OECDDirector for OECD Global Relations and Co-operation; OECD Sherpa to the G7, the G20 and APEC.

12:30 PM2:00 PM

High-level Africa Panel

PLENARY ROOM CC1 This high-level panel will bring together government officials, industry leaders, and experts, to discuss Africa’s pivotal role in global mineral supply chains. Panelists will...

Ministry of Solid Minerals Development of NigeriaHonourable Minister

Ionut Sorin Banciu

National Regulatory Authority for Mining, Petroleum and Geological Storage of Carbon Dioxide of RomaniaVicepresident

Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah

Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, GhanaMinister

João Samuel Caholo

International Conference on the Great Lakes Region(ICGLR)Executive Secretary

Francesca Santoro

Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International CooperationDeputy Director Africa

OECDDirector for OECD Global Relations and Co-operation; OECD Sherpa to the G7, the G20 and APEC.

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