By Mubarak Aliyu kobi
Bauchi State Governor, Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed, has expressed optimism that the first Investment Summit in the state will attract investors from around the world, creating thousands of job opportunities for the state’s youth.
The governor stated this while addressing members of the state Investment Summit Committee during its third extended meeting.
The Investment Summit, scheduled to take place in the second quarter of this year, aims to reinvigorate the state’s economy, provide a level playing field for investors, and harness the state’s vast potentials in agriculture, solid minerals, and business opportunities.
Governor Mohammed expressed satisfaction with the committee’s level of commitment and dedication to organizing the summit.
The governor, represented by the Secretary to the state government, Alhaji Aminu Hammayo, highlighted the present administration’s determination to set the course for sustainable economic growth in the state.
He emphasized the importance of creating a business-friendly environment that attracts foreign investment and promotes economic development.
Also Speaking, Professor Murtala Sagagi, chairman of the Investment Summit Committee, said the committee has been working tirelessly to achieve its mandate of organizing a successful investment summit.
He noted that the committee has designed a strategy to showcase the state’s vast potentials to investors around the world, calling on Nigerians in Diaspora to seize the opportunity to maximize their business and improve socio-economic development in the state.
Albarka Radio correspondent Mubarak Aliyu kobi reports that The Investment Summit is expected to provide a platform for investors to learn about the state’s investment opportunities and to explore ways to partner with the state government.