The Government of Denmark has expressed keen interest in expanding its business footprint in Enugu State, citing shared values with the state government, including transparency, accountability, and inclusivity.
A Danish government delegation and business representatives, led by the Consul General of the Royal Danish Embassy in Nigeria, Jette Bjerrum, met with Governor Peter Mbah at the Government House, Enugu, to explore investment opportunities in key economic sectors.
Bjerrum, who also serves as the Head of Trade at the Danish Embassy, emphasized Denmark's commitment to fostering economic partnerships, particularly in agriculture, logistics, and related sectors. She praised Enugu State for its progressive governance and business-friendly policies, stating that the state challenges negative perceptions about Nigeria.
"People often focus on negative stories about Nigeria, but Enugu State stands out as an example of good governance and trustworthiness," she said.
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Governor Mbah welcomed Denmark's interest, reaffirming his administration's commitment to creating a conducive business environment and attracting foreign investments. He noted that the visit was a significant boost to his vision of growing Enugu's economy to $30 billion within six years.
He also revealed that the state had signed an agreement with Danish firm ODK Group for the procurement of tractors, with plans to establish an assembly plant in Enugu.
"This is just the beginning. We have over 300,000 hectares secured as landbank for agriculture. Like Denmark, agriculture is our lifeblood, with 40% of our economy dependent on it," Mbah stated.
Beyond agriculture, the governor highlighted potential investment opportunities in tourism, healthcare, logistics, and aviation, calling on Danish businesses to take advantage of Enugu's investment-friendly policies and rapidly growing economy.
The partnership between Denmark and Enugu State is expected to drive economic transformation, job creation, and infrastructure development, further positioning the state as a key investment hub in Nigeria.
