Yearly Archives - 2024

NIGERIAN ARABIAN GULF CHAMBER OF COMMERCE STEERING COMMITTEE HOLDS MEETING ON 6TH NOVEMBER, 2024

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The Nigeria Arabian Gulf Chamber of Commerce (NAGCC) Steering Committee held its meeting in Abuja on the 6th of November 2024. Led by His Excellency the Deputy Governor of Jigawa State, Engr. Aminu Usman MNSE, the meeting featured a video showing an update on the Chamber’s work, especially the Nigeria Trade House in Dubai, UAE that was inaugurated on 3rd December, 2024. There were also discussions around making Jigawa State the meat hub of Nigeria for export of processed [...]

November 22, 2024 By investjigawa_admin Uncategorized 0 CommentsRead more...

OCTOBER 30TH TO 31ST 2024: DG INVESTJIGAWA ATTENDS CHARTERED INSTITUTE OF DIRECTORS ANNUAL DIRECTORS CONFERENCE

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The Chartered Institute of Directors Annual Conference this year held from 30th to 31st October. Our DG, a Fellow of the institute, was in attendance. The theme of the conference was “Good Governance as a Catalyst for Economic Recovery, Growth, and Development”, and the keynote speaker was Professor Attahiru Jega, CON, former Vice Chancellor of Bayero University Kano and erstwhile Chairman of Nigeria's Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Professor Jega reiterated the need for not just “good governance”, but [...]

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DIRECTOR GENERAL INVESTJIGAWA ATTENDS COMMONWEALTH BUSINESS FORUM IN APIA, SAMOA FROM 23RD TO 24TH OCTOBER 2024

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The Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) this year held Apia, Samoa, from 23rd to 24th October 2024. Apart from roundtables and bilateral meetings, the meeting is usually accompanied by four parallel meetings; Commonwealth Women's Forum; Commonwealth Youth Forum, Commonwealth Business Forum, and Commonwealth People's Forum. Our Director General Furera Isma Jumare attended the Commonwealth Business Forum, managed by the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council. The Business forum aims to provide a platform for discussions between Heads of Governments and [...]

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INVESTJIGAWA HOSTS INFORMATION SESSION ON ACCESS TO CREDIT

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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, [...]

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INVESTJIGAWA DIRECTOR GENERAL ATTENDS 2024 EAH SERVICE EXCELLENCE CONFERENCE IN LAGOS

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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, [...]

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

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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 [...]

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

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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. [...]

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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

investjigawa_admin2024-10-23T14:53:40+00:00

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 [...]

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

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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 [...]

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

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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 [...]

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