The Dangote Industries Limited (DIL) and the Niger State Government are strengthening ties towards exploring fresh investment opportunities in the State.
Mr Mansur Ahmed, Dangote Group’s Executive Director, Government and Strategic Relations, stated this during the Dangote Special Day at the 20th Niger State National Trade Fair in Minna.
He said that Niger State was central to the company’s overall investment plan in the agricultural sub-sector.
He said the Dangote rice mill earlier planned for Wushishi was being moved to Badeggi where there is enough water supply which is conducive for rice farming and business.
He also announced the company’s preparedness to partner with the state government in the educational sector.
Ahmed said that given the land size, fertile topography, and friendly business atmosphere, DIL was passionate about adding value to the activities of the Chamber and businesses in the state.
Governor Mohammed Bago expressed delight at DIL’s investment in the agricultural and educational sectors, adding that the new government would create an enabling environment for businesses to thrive in the state.
Bago, who was represented by the Permanent Secretary, Public Service Department of the state’s Head of Service, Mr Abubakar Sadiq, urged the Dangote Group to leverage on the renewed business opportunities in the state.
