By Khalid Idris Doya The Bauchi state government on Tuesday held a high-level Economic and Investment Summit Roadshow in Abuja...
By Khalid Idris Doya
The Bauchi state government on Tuesday held a high-level Economic and Investment Summit Roadshow in Abuja, aimed at attracting local and foreign investors, fostering strategic partnerships, and showcase the state’s economic potential.
With the theme "Rebuilding a Resilient Economy: Optimizing Investment and Partnership," the event highlighted the state's commitment to economic diversification, ainfrastructural development, and creating an enabling environment for investors.
Speaking at the event, the state Governor Bala Mohammed, sai the summit roadshow served as a strategic platform to engage investors, development partners, and key stakeholders in promoting Bauchi State’s investment opportunities across critical sectors such as agriculture, solid minerals, tourism, infrastructure, and renewable energy.
Represented by his deputy Rt. Hon. Mohammed Auwal Jatau, reiterated the administration's resolve to rebuild a resilient, innovation-driven, and inclusive economyz leverage the state's abundant human and natural resources.
He also assured his committed to harnessing the abundant human and natural resources of state to drive long-term prosperity.
"As a state, we have in the last six years implemented a comprehensive program that has significantly improved the stock market of critical infrastructure needed to leap- frog the economy of the State to a path of growth and prosperity," he said.
"We have executed impactful projects and expanded road networks to open up previously inaccessible but agriculturally rich rural areas, connecting them to broader markets and enhancing access to essential services," he added.
The governor also emphasised that Bauchi’s long-term vision is anchored on the state’s Perspective Plan 2024–2033, which aligns with national development goals and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
A statement issued by the governor’s media aide, Mukhtar Gidado, said the event drew participants from across sectors, including industry leaders, policymakers, development finance institutions, diplomatic representatives, and prospective investors.
Presentations by senior government officials and investment consultants highlighted Bauchi’s comparative advantages, public-private partnership (PPP) opportunities, and incentives available for investors.
Interactive sessions, including questions and answers engagements, were also held between the Bauchi State delegation and potential investors to explore areas of collaboration and project financing.
The roadshow forms part of the state's broader strategy to position Bauchi as a leading investment destination in northern Nigeria and the country at large.
According to Gidado, the main Bauchi Economic and Investment Summit is scheduled to take place in Bauchi later this year.
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