The Zamfara Miners Co-operatives Society has extended heartfelt congratulations to Hajia Fatima Umaru-Shinkafi on her well-deserved reappointment as the Executive Secretary of the Solid Minerals Development Fund (SMDF) and the Presidential Artisanal Gold Mining Initiative (PAGMI) by President Bola Tinubu.

Chairman of the cooperative, Alhaji Bello Usman Bagega, described the reappointment as a testament to Umaru-Shinkafi’s unwavering dedication, integrity, and professionalism in advancing the solid minerals sector.

Bagega stated: “Fatima Umaru-Shinkafi’s exceptional leadership and vast experience in the solid minerals sector have significantly transformed SMDF/PAGMI into a private sector-driven initiative instrumental in revamping the economy.

“She is a valuable asset to President Bola Tinubu’s administration, contributing meaningfully to the Renewed Hope Agenda aimed at fostering sustainable development and delivering the dividends of democracy to Nigerians.”

He highlighted her strategic collaborations with local and international organizations, such as the Africa Finance Corporation (AFC), which have positioned Nigeria’s solid minerals sector as a viable investment destination.

The chairman urged citizens to support and pray for Umaru-Shinkafi as she continues to spearhead initiatives that enhance the sector’s contributions to national development.

He added, “We are proud of her achievements and remain committed to partnering with SMDF/PAGMI to advance Nigeria’s solid minerals sector.”

Bagega described her reappointment as heralding a new era of economic transformation, with renewed hope for the solid minerals industry and the nation as a whole.