Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang has announced that his administration is working to create a conducive environment for lawful businesses to thrive, with the aim of repositioning Plateau State as a leading investment destination, particularly considering the state’s vast potential in agriculture, among others.
He made this statement during a meeting with the Executive Secretary and CEO of the Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission (NIPC), Ms. Aisha Rimi, at the Governor’s Lodge in Asokoro, Abuja.
Governor Mutfwang highlighted his administration’s commitment to establishing partnerships with reputable global organisations to harness the state’s economic potential for national benefit. He reiterated Plateau State’s dedication to fostering an enabling environment and promoting Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) to drive sustainable development.
The Governor also emphasised Plateau State’s strategic location within the North-Central region and its position as the gateway to Nigeria’s Northeastern region. He called for the urgent rehabilitation of roads to enhance business connectivity, noting that improved infrastructure is vital for facilitating trade and investment, thereby promoting economic growth in the region.
Additionally, Governor Mutfwang pointed out that Plateau State is home to Africa’s second-largest urban wildlife park, an asset that can boost the state’s tourism industry and serve as a catalyst for economic growth and development.
During the meeting, Ms. Aisha Rimi explained that her visit was part of the NIPC’s ongoing efforts to strengthen collaboration with states across the Federation. She expressed the NIPC’s commitment to working with the Plateau State Government to identify and capitalise on opportunities that can drive economic growth and development in the state and the nation at large.
The discussion focused on Plateau State’s vast potential in agriculture, mining, ecotourism, energy, and other sectors, which offer abundant opportunities across the value chain.