Yearly Archives - 2026

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...

STAKEHOLDERS SENSITISATION ON EASE OF DOING BUSINESS REFORMS

Yesterday, the Jigawa State Investment Promotion Agency (InvestJigawa) successfully conducted a Stakeholders Sensitisation programme themed: "Promoting Efficient Governance, Private Sector Growth and Investment Opportunities." The event brought together key stakeholders to discuss reforms aimed at simplifying business processes, attracting investment, and fostering sustainable private sector growth in Jigawa State. InvestJigawa remains committed to creating an enabling environment for businesses to thrive and investors to flourish in Jigawa State. 💼🤝 #InvestJigawa #EaseOfDoingBusiness #JigawaState #Investment #PrivateSector #EfficientGovernance #BusinessReforms

June 3, 2026 By Uncategorized 0 CommentsRead more...

PRESS RELEASE SPEECH

Announcement for the Jigawa State Investment Summit 2026 Distinguished members of the press,Ladies and Gentlemen, It is my great pleasure to welcome you all to this important press conference announcing the forthcoming Jigawa State Investment Summit scheduled to hold on the 1st and 2nd of July, 2026. The summit is themed: “Unlocking Opportunities: Driving Sustainable Growth for a Better Jigawa.” This landmark event reflects the unwavering commitment of the Government of Jigawa State to fostering economic transformation, attracting strategic investments, and creating sustainable opportunities [...]

May 18, 2026 By Uncategorized 0 CommentsRead more...

PRESS INVITATION J-Invest Summit 2026 — First Press Conference

InvestJigawa — the Jigawa State Investment Promotion Agency — cordially invites you to the First Press Conference ahead of the J-Invest Summit 2026: Unlocking Investment Opportunities in Jigawa State. This press conference will provide media professionals and stakeholders with key details on the Summit's objectives as Jigawa State prepares to host investors, development partners, and private sector leaders from across Nigeria and beyond. 📅 Date: Monday, May 18, 2026 📍 Venue: NUJ Press Centre, Dutse 🕛 Time: 12:00 Noon Your coverage is [...]

May 18, 2026 By Uncategorized 0 CommentsRead more...

Jigawa State’s agricultural transformation is drawing international attention.

His Excellency, Governor Mallam (Dr.) Umar A. Namadi, FCA, is currently on an official visit to Monrovia, Liberia, at the invitation of the Vice President of the Republic of Liberia. The visit centres on knowledge exchange around Jigawa State's rice production strategy — an initiative that has delivered significant and measurable increases in rice output across the state. The Jigawa State Investment Promotion Agency (Invest Jigawa) is represented on this delegation by our Director General, Aisha Sheikh Mujaddadi, reflecting our [...]

April 8, 2026 By Uncategorized 0 CommentsRead more...