Bauchi State has called on entrepreneurs and small businesses to tap into new investment opportunities as it prepares to host its Economic and Investment Summit on October 8–9, 2025.
Governor Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed, represented by Secretary to the State Government, Aminu Hammayo, said the summit will spotlight SMEs as critical drivers of inclusive growth. He noted that Bauchi's investments in security and infrastructure have opened access to markets, linking rural producers and traders to broader opportunities.
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According to him, the state's 10-year Perspective Plan aligns with the national agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals, creating a framework that encourages SME participation in agriculture, tourism, renewable energy, and solid minerals.
"The summit is designed to attract new investments, showcase opportunities, and promote partnerships that will directly strengthen small businesses through access to finance, joint ventures, and capacity building," Mohammed said.
He urged entrepreneurs in Lagos and beyond to explore Bauchi's emerging markets, while Ambassador Akinremi Bolaji of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs advised investors to ignore negative narratives that discourage participation, stressing that the state remains a viable destination for business growth.
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