Bauchi State Government under the leadership of Governor Bala Mohammed, has continued its drive to attract investors and unlock the vast economic opportunities within the state, as it held an Economic and Investment Summit Road Show in Lagos, yesterday.
The event, which forms part of a nationwide sensitisation and mobilisation campaign ahead of the state’s Economic and Investment Summit scheduled for October was led by the Secretary to the State Government, Aminu Hammayo, who represented Governor Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed .
Dr. Hammayo, accompanied by a delegation comprising Commissioners, Special Advisers, senior government officials, and President of the Bauchi State Chamber of Commerce and Industry, presented Bauchi as the next frontier for investment, showcasing its enormous potentials in agriculture, solid minerals, tourism, manufacturing, housing, ICT, and renewable energy.
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In his keynote address, the SSG underscored Governor Mohammed’s vision of positioning Bauchi as a leading investment destination in Nigeria, built on transparency, inclusiveness, and a conducive business environment. He assured potential investors of the State Government’s commitment to providing policy support, infrastructure, and security that guarantee sustainable returns on investment.
The road show attracted captains of industries, business moguls, investors and financial institutions, that include the Canadian Deputy High Commissioner to Nigeria, Mr. Carlos Abulu Rojas and representative of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bolaji Akinremi who applauded the foresight of the Bauchi State government in bringing the message of opportunities directly to Nigeria’s commercial nerve center.
The highlight of the event was an interactive session where participants engaged with government officials, explored viable sectors and expressed strong interest in partnering with the state. Several business leaders lauded Bauchi’s rich endowment , ranging from its vast arable land and mineral deposits to its cultural heritage and youthful population as a strong basis for mutually rewarding partnerships.
The Bauchi delegation used the occasion to invite stakeholders to the summit where concrete investment agreements and partnerships are expected to be sealed.
With the success of the Lagos Road Show, Bauchi State has further reinforced its image as a state open for business, ready to transform its potentials into prosperity for its people and partners.
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