The Coalition of Geo-political Youth Associations of Nigeria and Civil Societies, has applauded President Bola Tinubu for reappointing Fatima Shinkafi as the Executive Secretary of the Solid Minerals Development Fund/Presidential Artisanal Gold Mining Initiative (SMDF/PAGMI).
Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja, the coalition’s convener, Olasunkanmi Kolawole described the reappointment as a testament to Tinubu’s commitment to excellence and national development.
Kolawole commended Shinkafi’s record of achievements, noting her dedication, leadership, and transformative initiatives in Nigeria’s solid minerals sector.
He said: “Shinkafi has been instrumental in driving reforms and transformation in the Ministry of Solid Minerals Development, aligning with President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
“She has developed and executed the Agro-minerals Development Programme to catalyse private sector investment and participation in fertilizer production to enhance food security.
“She launched a Project Development Facility with the Africa Finance Corporation to unlock development financing for mining projects.”
Also, the President of the Arewa Youths Forum, Tijan Abdulmumuni said Shinkafi’s reappointment was a recognition of her relentless dedication to advancing Nigeria’s mining and economic sectors.