Kano Deputy Governor Declares Bauchi Investment Summit 1.0 Closed

By Mustapha Salisu

The Deputy Governor of Kano State, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, has officially declared the Bauchi Investment Summit 1.0 closed, commending the Bauchi State Government for hosting what he described as a groundbreaking and highly successful event that showcased the state’s economic potential.

Representing the Governor of Kano State, Engr. Abba Kabir Yusuf, at the 2 days summit held between Wednesday and Thursday at the International Conference Centre, Bauchi State, the Deputy Governor congratulated Governor Bala Abdulkadir Muhammad and the people of Bauchi State for their commitment to promoting economic growth and regional collaboration.

Comr. Gwarzo, applauded Governor Muhammad’s leadership and vision, noting that the success of the summit was a reflection of meticulous planning and strategic governance. He emphasized that the Bauchi Investment Summit had set a new benchmark for other Northern states to emulate, describing it as one of the most successful economic gatherings in recent times.

He further urged Northern governors to follow Bauchi’s example by organizing similar initiatives that harness local resources and attract investors to their respective states. He stressed that sustainable development in the region must be driven by knowledge, preparation, and collaboration among leaders.

The Deputy Governor also commended Bauchi State’s efforts in demonstrating that Northern Nigeria is not a region dependent on others, but one rich in human and material resources.

“I’m very happy to hear you emphasizing that we are nobody’s parasites. We have never been and will never be, Insha’Allah. The surest way out of our challenges is through the support of our leaders and the effective utilization of our God-given resources,” he remarked.

The Kano Deputy Governor concluded by reaffirming the Kano State Government’s readiness to strengthen partnerships with Bauchi and other Northern states to enhance investment opportunities and economic integration across the region.

Speaking earlier, Governor Bala Abdulkadir Muhammad of Bauchi State has described the Bauchi Investment Summit as a transformative experience that broadened his understanding of governance and development.

“I am more educated than I was before. How I wish this investment sermon was convoked when I came into government. I would have been better informed and I would have delivered better than what I have done. That is what knowledge can do,” he said.
The governor praised the summit for creating a platform of collaboration and engagement, noting that it was unprecedented in the state’s history in terms of diversity and participation.

Governor Muhammad highlighted that Bauchi has immense tourism potential beyond the famous Yankari Game Reserve, including historical and archaeological sites that could boost the state’s economy if properly developed, while stressing the need to harness knowledge to design clear templates for progress, particularly in the tourism and investment sectors.

While appreciating the people of Bauchi for their peaceful disposition, the governor urged traditional, religious, and political leaders to strengthen collective security efforts. He added that the state’s peaceful environment continues to attract investors, traders, and property buyers, describing the summit as a milestone in Bauchi’s journey toward becoming a hub for investment and sustainable growth.

PRIME TIME NEWS reports that The Bauchi Investment Summit 1.0 featured three major sessions focusing on Economic and Investment Opportunities of Multi-States, Agriculture, Solid Minerals, and Tourism. The event was declared open by the Vice President of Nigeria, Kashim Shettima, who reaffirmed the Federal Government’s support for the Bala Mohammed-led administration in achieving its investment goals. The summit attracted prominent figures, including former Presidents Olusegun Obasanjo and Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, as well as delegations and investors from Tunisia, China, Algeria, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Czech Republic, Egypt, Palestine, and Pakistan, alongside several domestic investors who expressed readiness to invest in Bauchi State. During the summit, forty-seven Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) were signed, covering key sectors such as agriculture, mining, industry, power, infrastructure, and information technology, with a landmark $1 billion investment deal concluded to enhance cement production and infrastructure development in the state. Overall, the summit unveiled Bauchi’s vast economic potential, generated insights on governance, financing partnerships, and SME development, and recorded investment commitments worth over $5 billion, with one major project already set for implementation this year.