Yearly Archives - 2026

✈️ JIGAWA TAKES FLIGHT! COMMERCIAL AIR SERVICES TO COMMENCE THIS MONTH ✈️

A new chapter in Jigawa State’s connectivity and economic development is taking off! The Jigawa State Government has signed a landmark Route Development Agreement with Rano Air, paving the way for the commencement of regular scheduled commercial flights to Jigawa State this September 2026. Under the agreement, Rano Air will operate three flights every week, on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, providing greater convenience and improved connectivity for investors, business professionals, government officials, tourists, residents and travellers coming to and departing from [...]

September 15, 2026 By Uncategorized 0 CommentsRead more...

InvestJigawa Takes Jigawa’s Agribusiness Story to the World Stage at Africa Food Systems Forum 2026 in Kigali

Jigawa State's investment promotion agency joined Governor Umar Namadi's delegation at the continent's premier agriculture investment gathering, spotlighting the state's leadership in sesame, hibiscus, and rice. InvestJigawa, the state's investment promotion agency, was part of the official Jigawa State delegation at the 20th Africa Food Systems Forum (AFSF), held in Kigali, Rwanda from 31 August to 4 September 2026. The delegation was led by His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Jigawa State, Malam Umar A. Namadi, with the Director General [...]

September 4, 2026 By Uncategorized 0 CommentsRead more...

JIGAWA WELCOMES NEW INVESTMENT INTEREST FROM THE UNITED STATES 🇺🇸🇳🇬

His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Jigawa State, together with members of the State Executive Council, received representatives of Engineering Key Group, a US-based company exploring investment opportunities in Jigawa State. The company’s visit follows the successful Jigawa Economic and Investment Summit, where investors were introduced to the State’s vast opportunities, enabling environment and investment potential. Their immediate visit is a strong indication that the Summit is already translating into tangible investor interest. More investors are coming. More opportunities are emerging. Jigawa [...]

August 12, 2026 By Uncategorized 0 CommentsRead more...

Jigawa Economic Summit Delivers Results: ₦7.5 Billion Climate-Smart Agribusiness Proposal Unveiled!

​Following the successful Jigawa State Economic and Investment Summit, Danmowa Import and Export Limited has submitted an investment proposal for the Green Horizon Initiative—a landmark effort to position Jigawa State at the forefront of the global bioeconomy and renewable energy sectors. ​​Project Title: Development of a Climate-Smart Commercial Plantation and Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Feedstock Platform. ​Estimated Investment Value: Approximately ₦7.5 Billion (indicative range: ₦6.5–₦9.0 Billion) ​Target Land Area: 1,000 hectares in Jigawa State ​Current Progress: A 2-hectare Validation and Operations Hub is [...]

August 6, 2026 By Uncategorized 0 CommentsRead more...

Jigawa State Investment Promotion Agency Holds Stakeholder Engagement and Handover Ceremony for A. M. Rice Limited at Kafin Hausa Local Government Secretariat

The Jigawa State Investment Promotion Agency (InvestJigawa) successfully conducted a stakeholder engagement and official handover ceremony for A. M. Rice Limited at the Kafin Hausa Local Government Secretariat. The event brought together officials of InvestJigawa, representatives of Kafin Hausa Local Government, traditional rulers, community leaders, representatives of A. M. Rice Limited, farmers' groups, security agencies, and other key stakeholders to discuss the project's implementation, expected benefits, and the responsibilities of all parties in ensuring its successful execution. Speaking at the event, [...]

July 25, 2026 By Uncategorized 0 CommentsRead more...

InvestJigawa Delivers: J-INVEST 2026 Closes with $140 Million in Investment Commitments

Dutse, Jigawa State — July 1–2, 2026 The Second Jigawa Economic and Investment Summit (J-INVEST 2026), hosted by InvestJigawa on behalf of the Jigawa State Government, has closed with resounding success — cementing Jigawa's position as one of Nigeria's fastest-rising investment destinations. Held under the theme "Unlocking Opportunities, Driving Sustainable Growth for a Greater Jigawa," the two-day summit opened with His Excellency Vice President Sen. Kashim Shettima, GCON, representing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and His Excellency Governor Malam Umar A. Namadi, [...]

July 6, 2026 By Uncategorized 0 CommentsRead more...

INVESTJIGAWA TRAINS FEMALE EXPORTERS ON EXPORT READINESS, LICENSING AND QUALITY COMPLIANCE

As part of its commitment to promoting inclusive economic growth and expanding access to international markets, the Jigawa State Investment Promotion Agency (InvestJigawa) successfully hosted a specialized capacity-building programme for selected female exporters drawn from various Local Government Areas across the State. The training focused on export readiness, licensing requirements, product quality standards, and regulatory compliance, with the objective of equipping women entrepreneurs with the knowledge and tools required to participate effectively in regional and international trade. The programme brought together [...]

June 24, 2026 By Uncategorized 0 CommentsRead more...

JIGAWA SETS SIGHTS ON GLOBAL MARKETS AS INVESTJIGAWA DRIVES EXPORT AGENDA

Jigawa State today took another bold step towards building a globally competitive economy as the Jigawa State Investment Promotion Agency (InvestJigawa) hosted a Stakeholder Sensitization Programme on the Jigawa Export Strategy in Dutse. The event brought together government agencies, private sector leaders, exporters, business associations, development partners, financial institutions, and key actors across the export ecosystem to chart a common pathway towards increasing the State's participation in international trade. The sensitization programme highlighted the enormous opportunities available in Jigawa's agricultural, agro-processing, [...]

June 24, 2026 By Uncategorized 0 CommentsRead more...

Jigawa State, Governor Umar Namadi Earn SCIRA 2026 Recognition

Jigawa State has recorded a significant milestone, earning recognition at the State Competitiveness and Investment Readiness Award (SCIRA) 2026 — a prestigious national award that evaluates states across key indicators of investment promotion, business environment reform, and economic competitiveness. The recognition places Jigawa State among Nigeria's leading subnational economies making measurable progress in creating an enabling environment for private-sector growth and sustainable development. A Reflection of Sustained Reform The SCIRA 2026 recognition is a direct outcome of deliberate and consistent policy reforms [...]

June 19, 2026 By Uncategorized 0 CommentsRead more...

PEBEC Nationwide Subnational Stakeholder Engagement and Reform Tour | Jigawa State

4th June 2026 | M-Town Hotel, Dutse, Jigawa State Jigawa State successfully hosted the Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) Nationwide Subnational Stakeholder Engagement and Reform Tour on 4th June 2026 at M-Town Hotel, Dutse — a high-level one-day engagement bringing together government officials, reform champions, and private sector leaders to advance the business enabling agenda across the state. The event was graciously hosted by Aisha Sheikh Mujaddadi, DG InvestJigawa Distinguished Dignitaries in Attendance His Excellency, Deputy Governor of Jigawa State, Engr. Aminu [...]

June 5, 2026 By Uncategorized 0 CommentsRead more...