The Minister of Solid Minerals, Dele Alake, has announced that Nigerian mining professionals will be sent to Western Australia for free education in modern mining technology and procedures.
This was contained in the Minister’s announcement of an agreement between the Ministry of Solid Minerals and the Australian Minister for Mines and Petroleum, Energy, Corrective Services, and Industrial Relations, Hon. Bill Johnston.
Alake stated in a statement posted to his X account, formerly Twitter, that Nigerian miners will benefit from training, study excursions, and exchanges of mineral industry professionals as the country strives to transform the sector.
The statement read, “The deal involves sending Nigerian mining professionals to Western Australia to study modern mining technology and practices for free. Australia has a wealth of knowledge and skills in developing its modern mining industry.
Alake added that he is personally thrilled about the partnership since it would bring in foreign direct investment, create a strong mineral business, and make the industry more competitive on a worldwide scale.
“It’s an exciting time for Nigerian mining professionals, and we can’t wait to see the impact of this new knowledge and skill transfer on the sector,” he added.
