From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto
A Civil Society Group, Renewed Hope Advocates, has praised the reappointment of Mrs. Fatima Shinkafi as the Executive Secretary of the Solid Minerals Development Fund/Presidential Artisanal Gold Mining Initiative (SMDF/PAGMI), calling it another ‘wise decision’ by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
In a statement issued on Friday, the group’s National President, Ahmed Abdul Usman, also commended the president for disregarding the critics of the decision, whom they claimed were supported by those wishing for the current administration to fail.
Fatima Shinkafi has successfully led the agency with commitment and dedication since her appointment. She has not faced any allegations of misconduct and has effectively carried out her responsibilities in line with the agency’s mandate and the president’s Renewed Hope agenda.
The group further asserted that those opposing her reappointment were driven by selfish interests and a desire for personal gain.
They urged Shinkafi to remain focused, ignore distractions, and continue her exemplary service to the nation.
Shinkafi was initially appointed by President Muhammadu Buhari and has played a crucial role in advancing reforms in the solid minerals sector.