Driving Large-Scale Investment with FRILIA Implementation

InvestJigawa remains committed to positioning Jigawa State as a leading hub for transformative agribusiness and sustainable investment.

Central to this effort is the Investment Approval Process (IAP) which, together with the FRILIA Framework, the Investment Action Plan, relevant toolkits (covering broad areas such as stakeholder management, valuation, Grievance redress mechanism, environmental assessment etc), and the Executive Order on FRILIA, sets out the key requirements for implementing responsible and inclusive land-intensive agricultural investments in the State. These instruments ensure that investment decisions are guided by transparency, accountability, and efficiency.

In 2024, the Jigawa State Government took a decisive step by implementing FRILIA (Framework for Responsible and Inclusive Land-Intensive Agriculture) through an Executive Order. Building on this foundation, FRILIA principles have been embedded into the State’s IAP, associated guidelines, and implementation tools, ensuring that community inclusion, responsible land use, and environmental considerations are integrated throughout the investment approval process
This year – 2025, The Matura Agro Resources Project served as a test pilot for applying FRILIA principles in practice, providing valuable lessons that the State will build on to strengthen its approach to responsible land-based agricultural investment. The project represents an expansion from an earlier pilot phase the company had for its Alfalfa Fodder Production Project.

Through the continued implementation of FRILIA, Jigawa State is deepening responsible investment practices that promote community inclusion, strengthen investor confidence, and support food security, job creation, and sustainable economic growth.