Yearly Archives - 2024

INVESTJIGAWA HOSTS INFORMATION SESSION ON ACCESS TO CREDIT

On 4th November 2024, InvestJigawa organised an information session aimed at improving access to credit for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). The event saw a strong turnout from community leaders, representatives of the Dutse Emirate, and key figures from various financial institutions. The session gave businesses a clearer understanding of available credit resources, including funding options through the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). Additionally, it facilitated direct engagement with major commercial banks, as well as Bank of Industry, [...]

INVESTJIGAWA DIRECTOR GENERAL ATTENDS 2024 EAH SERVICE EXCELLENCE CONFERENCE IN LAGOS

Director General InvestJigawa Furera Isma Jumare attended the 2024 EAH Service Excellence Conference, held on 10th October, as a panelist. The conference brought together industry leaders and experts to discuss and address the pressing service delivery challenges within Nigeria’s service sector, which accounts for over 44% of the nation’s GDP. The event provided a platform for stakeholders to exchange insights and solutions aimed at improving service delivery standards across various industries. With a focus on promoting a customer-centric culture, innovation, [...]

INVESTJIGAWA FACILITATES MEETING ON MSMES ACCESS TO CREDIT AT CBN DUTSE BRANCH

On 22nd October 2024, InvestJigawa successfully facilitated a  meeting at the CBN Dutse branch focused on improving access to credit for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Jigawa State. The meeting, led by Secretary/Legal Adviser Jigawa State Investment Promotion Agency Dr. Zakiyyu Muhammad, brought together key stakeholders to address the challenges faced by MSMEs in securing credit, which remains an Important component for their growth and contribution to the state’s economy. Additionally, the meeting provided a platform for discussing [...]

DIRECTOR GENERAL INVESTJIGAWA INDUCTED AS A FELLOW OF THE CHARTERED INSTITUTE OF DIRECTORS (CIoD) NIGERIA

Celebrating excellence in leadership: During the 2024 Fellows Night and Investiture of the Chartered Institute of Directors (CIoD) Nigeria, our Director General Furera Isma Jumare was inducted as a Fellow of the prestigious institute, together with other notable personalities which included pioneer DG of National Pension Commission Muhammed K. Ahmed and former MD of Bank of Agriculture Dr. Mohammed Santuraki. The honour is a testament to her exceptional leadership, commitment to ethical practice, and her distinguished service in governance. [...]

DIRECTOR GENERAL INVESTJIGAWA PARTICIPATES IN 2ND JOINT PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP UNITS’ CONSULTATIVE FORUM THEMED: USING PPP TO ACTUALIZE THE RENEWED HOPE AGENDA IN NIGERIA’S INFRASTRUCTURE DELIVERY

At the 2nd Joint Public-Private Partnership Units' Consultative Forum held in Abuja on 16th and 17th October 2024, participants discussed PPP as a sustainable solution to Nigeria's infrastructure gap. They agreed that this framework offers creative ways to deliver services, especially by leveraging private capital in key sectors such as energy and transportation. While challenges like regulatory and financial obstacles exist, proper planning and a conducive environment can help overcome them. Emerging areas like maritime logistics and renewable energy were [...]

HUAYUN SEED LIMITED AND INVESTJIGAWA LAY THE GROUNDWORK FOR A PROMISING PARTNERSHIP

On September 30th, 2024, the Managing Director of Huayun Seed Limited, Alex Chou, and General Manager, Junaidu M. Zakar, met with Dr Zakiyyu Muhammad, the Secretary/Legal Adviser of InvestJigawa, to explore investment opportunities in Jigawa State. During the meeting, Dr Zakiyyu provided an insightful overview of the processes involved in setting up their venture in the state. They discussed their intended areas of investment and assured the Agency of their commitment. This discussion marks the beginning of what promises to [...]

STAKEHOLDER CONSULTATION MEETING WITH THE PRIVATE SECTOR IN PREPARATION OF THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE JIGAWA STATE BUSINESS ENABLING REFORM ACTION PLAN (BERAP) 2025

The Jigawa State Business Enabling Reform Action Plan (JS-BERAP) 2024 outlines initiatives to improve the business environment in Jigawa State, from January to December 2024. The plan focuses on reform areas such as enhancing digital services, improving judicial processes, supporting industrial development, and creating a more favorable investment climate. On September 27, 2024, a meeting was held, led by the Director General of InvestJigawa Furera Isma Jumare, to prepare for the development of the BERAF for 2025. The discussion commenced [...]

SAFAH & FRESH INTERNATIONAL LIMITED VISITS INVESTJIGAWA TO DISCUSS PLANS TO ESTABLISH COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS (CNG) CENTERS

Following His Excellency the Governor of Jigawa State's commissioning of the company’s new fuel station in Dutse, Safah & Fresh International Limited visited InvestJigawa on 27th September 2024 led by the CEO Alhaji Ibrahim Yusuf Ibrahim. The meeting was regarding the company's proposed PPP with the State to establish CNG centers across the 27 local government areas and train 100 technicians to manage the centers. The CEO had before then shared with His Excellency the Deputy Governor and Chairman [...]

HAPPY 64TH INDEPENDENCE ANNIVERSARY NIGERIA.

WACOT WELCOMES INVESTJIGAWA TEAM TO SESAME FARM PROJECT AND FARMERS ACADEMY IN GUMEL

On Thursday, September 12, 2024, the Director General of InvestJigawa led a team to visit WACOT's Sesame Farm Project and Farmers Academy in Gumel LGA. WACOT specialises in the cleaning and processing of sesame seeds. The company notably operates an farmers’ academy that provides comprehensive training for farmers, focusing on youth and women in various agricultural activities. WACOT has an outgrower programme that benefits local farmers, and aims to enhance the sesame value chain in the state. During the visit, [...]