President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called on African nations to take full control of their mineral resources in order to strengthen the continent’s role in global supply chains.
Speaking at a high-level meeting in New York, on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly, Tinubu—represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima—stressed the need for Africa to finance its mineral sector independently and move away from exporting raw materials.
The President highlighted critical resources such as cobalt, lithium, and gold, proposing the use of sovereign funds, blended vehicles, and innovative tools like the Africa Mineral Token to drive industrialization.
Tinubu praised countries like Zimbabwe, Gabon, and Kenya, which are already restricting raw mineral exports to promote local processing, and reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to a “mineral-led renaissance.”
He also urged African leaders to work together to ensure the continent harnesses its vast resources for sustainable growth and development.
Report by: Gborogen Rejoice | Edited by: Chris Odjomah