The Federal Ministry of Solid Minerals Development has announced the premiere of a new television drama series, Hidden Riches, set to debut on January 25. The series aims to showcase the complexities and vast potential of Nigeria’s mining sector, providing a fresh perspective on its role in the nation’s economic transformation.
Dr. Dele Alake, the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, revealed the launch in a statement issued by his Senior Special Assistant on Media, Segun Tomori, yesterday in Abuja. The minister emphasized that Hidden Riches seeks to tell the compelling story of Nigeria’s mining industry, positioning it as a key driver for sustainable economic growth and resource management.
“This programme will highlight the transformative potential of solid minerals as vital alternatives for economic diversification, in alignment with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda,” Alake stated. The drama is designed to raise public awareness of the opportunities within the mining sector and encourage active participation in shaping a more prosperous and sustainable future.
The series boasts an impressive cast including Sydney Diala, Lara Owoeye-Wise, Iveren Antiev, and Alex Jibrin, and is set against a gripping backdrop of politics, power, and ambition surrounding Nigeria’s abundant mineral resources. The storyline intricately weaves together the lives of miners, politicians, activists, and everyday citizens as they confront the challenges and opportunities tied to the nation’s hidden treasures beneath the earth.
Produced by Take 7 Media and directed by Bem Pever and Nwamaka Chikezie, Hidden Riches will air every Saturday from 8:05 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) network. The ministry encourages viewers to join the conversation online through X and other social media platforms.
This drama series promises not only entertainment but also an educational insight into the nation’s mining sector, its potential, and its role in shaping Nigeria’s future.
