President Bola Ahmed Tinubu called on world leaders at the 80th United Nations General Assembly in New York to prioritize investment in Nigeria’s and Africa’s abundant mineral resources. He emphasized that such investments would help diversify the global supply chain and contribute to international peace and economic stability.
Speaking on Wednesday, President Tinubu underscored the critical role that African minerals play in powering future technologies. He warned that the continued export of raw materials without local processing has fueled economic tensions, inequality, and instability.
“Africa, including Nigeria, possesses vast reserves of critical minerals essential for tomorrow’s technologies,” Tinubu said. “By investing in exploration, development, and processing within the continent, the international community can ease tensions among major economies and lay the foundation for lasting peace and prosperity.”
He further noted that mineral-producing countries must benefit through increased investments, stronger partnerships, job creation, and enhanced local value addition.
President Tinubu’s remarks highlight Nigeria’s commitment to leveraging its natural resources for both regional development and global economic balance.
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