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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...

Jigawa State Eyes Major Chinese Investments as Governor Namadi Leads High-Level Delegation

The Jigawa State Government, accompanied by the Jigawa State Investment Promotion Agency (InvestJigawa), is currently on a strategic investment mission across key Chinese provinces — with a strong focus on attracting capital for the Maigatari Border Free Zone (MBFZ) and other high-priority investment opportunities in the state. The delegation, led by His Excellency, Governor Malam Umar Namadi, including DG InvestJigawa, Aisha Sheikh Mujaddadi, has engaged a series of top-tier Chinese firms across multiple cities: 📍 Beijing — Engagements at Beijing Lidingxuan [...]

April 1, 2026 By Uncategorized 0 CommentsRead more...

Jigawa Opens New Doors for Investors: FAAN Approves Cargo Facilities at Dutse International Airport

A major infrastructure milestone positions Jigawa as Nigeria's premier agro-export destination, cutting logistics costs and shortening time to market for investors. Jigawa State has taken a decisive step in its mission to become Northern Nigeria's leading investment destination. Governor Umar Namadi has secured official approval from the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) to begin installing dedicated cargo facilities at Dutse International Airport — a move that signals a new era of business opportunity for investors across agriculture, logistics, and [...]

February 27, 2026 By Uncategorized 0 CommentsRead more...

InvestJigawa joined a high-level technical mission to Argentina led by His Excellency the Governor of Jigawa State

The mission was part of Jigawa’s strategic push to establish the state as Nigeria’s centre for forage production and modern agribusiness. Together with local and international partners, the team examined pathways to industrialise the alfalfa value chain as a foundation for stronger livestock production and enhanced food security. In Argentina’s Córdoba Province, a region with a semi-arid climate much like Northern Nigeria’s, the delegation studied a cluster model that links smallholder farmers with advanced industrial hubs. This approach ensures a [...]

February 10, 2026 By Uncategorized 0 CommentsRead more...

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT UPDATE

InvestJigawa has successfully facilitated grassroots engagement with the people of Garin-Chiroma, Matumbi, Goda, and Maijuruwa communities in Gagarawa Local Government Area. The engagement was led by Dr. Zakiyyu Muhammad, the Secretary of the Agency, as part of efforts to promote transparency, mutual understanding, and peaceful coexistence in relation to the ongoing site clearance activities of GNA, a subsidiary of Lee Group. During the interactive sessions, community members were given the opportunity to express their concerns, seek clarifications, and receive assurances on [...]

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

InvestJigawa Conducts Site Inspections for Agribusiness Investors

The Investment Appraisal Team of Jigawa State Investment Promotion Agency (InvestJigawa) today conducted site inspections for Amfani Farms Nigeria Limited and Sagad Farms Limited, among other prospective investors. The inspections followed the successful appraisal of the companies’ investment proposals and constitute a critical stage in InvestJigawa’s investment facilitation process. The exercise focused on verifying site suitability, assessing infrastructure and environmental conditions, and ensuring alignment with the State Government’s investment, land use, and sustainability frameworks. The team was led by Dr. Zakiyyu [...]

January 13, 2026 By Uncategorized 0 CommentsRead more...

InvestJigawa Leads Stakeholder Sensitization on GNA 2026 Land Clearance

Gagarawa, Jigawa State – January 2026 InvestJigawa, under the leadership of Director General Hajiya Aisha Sheikh Mujaddadi, has convened a landmark stakeholder sensitization session on GNA 2026 land clearance at the Gagarawa Town Hall. This engagement marks a critical step in preparing Jigawa State for the upcoming Global North Agribusiness (GNA) 2026 projects, ensuring that land clearance processes are conducted in line with the state’s Framework for Responsible and Inclusive Land-Intensive Agricultural Investments (FRILIA). Key Highlights Stakeholder Sensitization: Community leaders, government agencies, and [...]

January 8, 2026 By Agribusiness 0 CommentsRead more...

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 [...]

December 31, 2025 By Uncategorized 0 CommentsRead more...

Have a Complaint About Land Investments in Jigawa State? Your voice matters — and we’re listening.

The Grievance Redress Mechanism (GRM) under the FRILIA framework is here to ensure fairness, transparency, and justice in land-related agricultural investments. 📣 What you can report: Unfair land acquisition or displacement Lack of consultation or consent Environmental or social impacts Breach of agreements by investors Any other concern related to large-scale agricultural investments 📞 Contact us today: Call: +234 805 950 0284 Email: grm@investjigawa.gov.ng Your complaint will be treated with confidentiality and urgency. 🤝 Together, we are empowering communities and ensuring justice.InvestJigawa | Jigawa State Government

December 31, 2025 By Uncategorized 0 CommentsRead more...

ANNOUNCED INVESTMENTS IN JIGAWA STATE – JANUARY TO DECEMBER 2025

Jigawa State is entering a new era of growth and opportunity. With the support of the Jigawa State Investment Promotion Agency (Invest Jigawa), several landmark projects have been announced across agriculture, renewable energy, and infrastructure. These investments are set to transform the state’s economy, create thousands of jobs, and position Jigawa as a hub for sustainable development in Nigeria. Bagaja Renewables In September 2025, Bagaja Renewables unveiled a ₦1.2 billion investment in renewable energy. The project involves the rollout of a [...]

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