H.E. Moses Micheal Engadu from the Republic of Uganda Sworn In as First Substantive Secretary-General of AMSG
H.E. Moses Micheal Engadu from the Republic of Uganda was formally sworn in and invested as the First Substantive Secretary-General of the Africa Minerals Strategy Group by H.E Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, President of Republic of Nigeria and Chairperson of the AMSG General Assembly during the Presidential Ceremony held at the State House, Presidential Villa, Abuja, marking a defining constitutional milestone in the institutional development of AMSG. The Swearing-in and Investiture Ceremony held on 23 June 2026 was witnessed and attested by H.E Dr. Oladele Henry Alake Chairperson of the AMSG Ministerial Steering Committee together with the Ministers of Mining of South Sudan, Liberia and Kenya.
The swearing-in confirms the Secretary-General’s mandate to serve Member Nations, uphold the AMSG Charter and advance cooperation, value addition, critical minerals security and responsible stewardship of Africa’s mineral resources.
01. Swearing-In of the First Substantive Secretary-General
H.E. Moses Micheal Engadu from the Republic of Uganda took the Oath of Office as the First Substantive Secretary-General of the Africa Minerals Strategy Group during the constitutional investiture ceremony held in Abuja.
The Oath affirmed his commitment to faithfully, impartially and conscientiously discharge the duties entrusted to him as Secretary-General, uphold the Charter and serve the Member Nations of AMSG with honour and dedication.
02. Commission of Appointment
The Commission of Appointment confirmed the election of H.E. Moses Micheal Engadu by the First General Assembly as the First Substantive Secretary-General of AMSG.
The Commission authorizes the Secretary-General to exercise the powers, duties, responsibilities and authorities vested in the Office under the Charter and decisions of the General Assembly.
03. Key Highlights
- Presentation of the Certificate of Election and Investiture.
- Administration and execution of the Oath of Office.
- Reading of the Instrument of Investiture.
- Presentation of the AMSG Charter, Official Seal, Flag and Commission of Appointment.
- Official proclamation of H.E. Moses Micheal Engadu as First Substantive Secretary-General.
04. Institutional Significance
The investiture of the First Substantive Secretary-General marks a defining moment in the operational development of AMSG. It confirms the establishment of the Secretariat as the principal administrative and coordinating office of the Organization.
The Office of the Secretary-General will support Member Nations, coordinate institutional programmes, maintain constitutional records and advance the strategic objectives of the Organization.
05. Mandate of Service
As Secretary-General, H.E. Moses Micheal Engadu is entrusted with supporting the implementation of the decisions of the General Assembly, coordinating the work of the Organization and promoting sustainable development, value addition, mineral security and responsible stewardship of Africa’s mineral resources.
His investiture reflects the confidence of Member Nations and marks the beginning of a new chapter in the institutional life of AMSG.
06. Event Context
The swearing-in and investiture took place on 23 June 2026 at the State House, Presidential Villa, Abuja, during the Presidential Courtesy Meeting, Ratification Ceremony and Investiture / Swearing-in Ceremony. The ceremony followed Nigeria’s ratification of the AMSG Charter and formed part of the Abuja Milestone 2026.
