OFFICIAL COMMISSIONING AND LAUNCH OF COMTTRAJIGAWA A PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP WITH THE GOVERNMENT OF JIGAWA STATE AND COMTTRAEX NIG. LTD

His Excellency, Governor Mallam Umar Namadi FCA, officially launched ComttraJigawa, a cutting-edge hibiscus cleaning and processing plant, on Tuesday, February 27, 2024. Situated in the Maigatari Export Processing Zone of Jigawa State, this state-of-the-art facility represents a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) between the Jigawa State government and Commtraex Nigeria Limited. Its primary objective is to establish Jigawa as a leading center for hibiscus production and processing in Nigeria.

At the core of this endeavor stands the COMTTRAJIGAWA Hibiscus Processing Plant, equipped with advanced technology for cleaning and fumigation, poised to enhance the agricultural sector, particularly hibiscus production. Established in April 2022, this partnership has culminated in a significant plant, optimizing hibiscus production and export processes in Jigawa State.

During the inauguration, Governor Umar Namadi emphasized the project’s significance in the state’s agricultural agenda, labeling COMTTRAJIGAWA as a transformative force. He lauded its potential to add value to the hibiscus industry, uplift local farmers, and position Jigawa as a premier hub for hibiscus processing and export. The Governor expressed gratitude to the Nigeria Export Promotion Council (NEPC) for their support, emphasizing the collaborative nature of such endeavors.

With a daily cleaning capacity of 6 tons and a daily fumigation capacity of 48 tons, the COMTTRAJIGAWA facility is expected to play a pivotal role in empowering local farmers by providing access to modern technology, training, and markets. The inauguration saw the attendance of dignitaries from various sectors, highlighting the collective commitment to Jigawa’s economic development. Governor Umar Namadi appreciated their support and called for continued collaboration to sustain success. He urged all stakeholders, including investors, farmers, and exporters, to ensure the plant operates at full capacity throughout the year.