Governor Umar Namadi of Jigawa State, has assured international investors of a stable and supportive business environment as part of efforts to accelerate industrialisation and economic growth across the state.
The governor gave the assurance while receiving a delegation from Hefei Shengwen Information Technology Company Limited led by its President and Chief Executive Officer, Ren Mingyong, during a courtesy visit to Government House, Dutse on Thursday.
The delegation, accompanied by officials of the Border Communities Development Agency, included representatives of Chinese companies involved in electric vehicle manufacturing, renewable energy, agricultural machinery, construction, and industrial infrastructure.
Governor Namadi described the visit as a major outcome of the state government’s recent investment mission to China, where officials from Jigawa held discussions with industrial groups and toured manufacturing facilities across several provinces.
According to the governor, the return visit by the Chinese investors reflects growing confidence in the economic direction and long-term development prospects of Jigawa State.
“This visit is a continuation of the discussions we began during our trip to China. We appreciate the fact that you honoured your commitment to visit Jigawa State and explore areas of partnership with us,” the governor stated.
He explained that his administration remains focused on expanding infrastructure, promoting industrialisation, and attracting strategic investments capable of creating employment opportunities and supporting local businesses.
Governor Namadi added that the industrial tours undertaken in China exposed the state delegation to modern production systems and investment models that could help transform the Maigatari Free Trade Zone into a major regional economic hub.
He thus expressed confidence in the capacity and industrial experience of the visiting firms, noting that the partnerships could support the state’s long-term economic development objectives.
Earlier, officials of the Border Communities Development Agency said the engagement formed part of broader efforts to attract private sector investment into border communities and unlock economic opportunities around the Maigatari Free Trade Zone.
The agency disclosed that the Chinese delegation had already initiated discussions with relevant stakeholders in Nigeria, including private sector operators and federal institutions, towards establishing sustainable industrial and technical partnerships.
Speaking on behalf of the delegation, Mr. Ren Mingyong commended Governor Namadi’s leadership style, describing him as a visionary and development-driven leader whose commitment to Jigawa State impressed the Chinese team during the investment mission to China.
He said discussions between both sides focused on key areas such as border security, industrial development, economic expansion, and infrastructure growth.
Mr. Ren revealed that the delegation included executives from Shandong Linyi Hengtai Industrial Company, Shenzhen Langsha Automobile Company, and Yunnan Construction Investment Group.
He also announced plans to retain four technical personnel in Nigeria on a long-term basis to provide support for the Border Communities Development Agency and ongoing development initiatives linked to Jigawa State.
“We are ready to combine Chinese technology, equipment, and industrial solutions with the realities and development priorities of Jigawa State so that together we can build a prosperous future,” he said.
The Chinese delegation is expected to inspect strategic investment locations across Jigawa State, including the Maigatari Free Trade Zone, as discussions continue on areas of future cooperation.
