Mr Alake said mineral exploration initiated by the federal government identified locations with lithium deposits in commercial quantities.
“With the cooperation of Nigerians, the tide will turn very soon, and we all will be proud,” he said.
Nigeria and the U.S. have established a joint working group to chart modalities for mining development.
Dele Alake, Minister of Solid Minerals Development, announced the partnership in a statement on Wednesday.
The minister urged security agencies to fish out the perpetrators of the heinous crime and ensure they faced the full wrath of the law.
The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, says security agencies will chart modalities for securing Nigeria’s natural resources.
He said the ministry’s improved operations and drive for reforms were premised on its robust engagements with NEITI since 2011.
Mr Alake commended the Nasarawa government during Governor Abdullahi Sule’s visit to his office on Thursday in Abuja.
The minister said this was critical for the development of the mining industry and Africa’s economy.
The minister said the plans would make the mining sector experience a major leap in 2024.
