“My Life is at risk for exposing powerful figures involved in illegal mining” Tinubu Minister

The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, has revealed that he has been threatened after linking powerful and influential Nigerians to illegal mining. Since his remarks on the involvement of these individuals in illegal mining, he has faced threats to his life.

The situation highlights the challenges and risks associated with exposing illegal activities involving influential figures in Nigeria.

Alake, who is the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, made these comments during a recent interview.

Since his statement, he has faced threats from unidentified individuals
Alake’s appointment as the Minister of Solid Minerals Development was seen as a move to address the challenges in the mining sector, including indiscriminate and illegal mining activities.

The President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has also warned that his administration will no longer tolerate criminal adventurers in the mining sector, Alake emphasized the potential of the mining sector to generate significant revenue for Nigeria if properly managed.

However, illegal mining activities have been a major challenge in the sector, leading to revenue losses and environmental degradation.