InvestJigawa Monthly Report – August 2025

A Milestone for Jigawa’s Agricultural Future

The successful visit of the NIPC–COVEC high-level delegation to Jigawa State marked a significant step toward establishing an Integrated Agricultural Park. This visit included tours of rice and wheat belts, Baranda Farm Estate, and the Jigawa Farm Mechanisation Company. The mission’s highlight was the announcement of a US$624 million investment by China Overseas Engineering Co. Ltd. (COVEC), targeted at seven priority areas including rice, maize, cassava value chains, cattle ranching, fisheries, agro-machinery assembly, and solar-powered agricultural parks.

Lighting Up Jigawa Through Partnership

The commissioning of the 500kWp Solar Hybrid Mini-Grid in Kafin Hausa marked a bold step toward a cleaner and brighter energy future. This project was a collaboration between the Jigawa State Government, KEDCO, Future Energies Africa, and Bagaja Renewables. Plans are in place to expand similar projects to Gumel, Kazaure, Hadejia, and the Maigatari Border Free Zone to enhance power supply, create jobs, and drive economic transformation across Jigawa.

InvestJigawa at the NGF Investopedia Launch

InvestJigawa participated in the Nigeria Governors’ Forum Investopedia Launch in Abuja on August 19–20, 2025. Our Director General engaged in sessions highlighting bankable state projects and strengthening collaborations with the NIPC. This platform aligns with our mission to attract sustainable investments in agriculture, infrastructure, and renewable energy while creating transparent investment channels for global and local investors.

Strategic Retreat Update

From August 13–15, InvestJigawa held a strategic retreat with the Governing Council to review progress and set future goals. The retreat was chaired by the Deputy Governor of Jigawa State, Engineer Aminu Usman, alongside the Director General and other council members. The session produced actionable strategies to attract stronger investments and achieve sustainable growth for the state.

Community Engagement in Gwaram

On August 11, 2025, the Investment Appraisal Committee visited Gwaram Local Government Area for a community sensitization meeting. Representatives of BA Bello Ltd, AB Hamza Nigeria Ltd, and Wahida Company Ltd shared project details with local leaders and stakeholders. This approach reinforces our commitment to community-inclusive investment development for long-term benefits.