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Ekiti State Secures Major Investment Partnership with China’s SME-WCOC to Boost Key Sectors

Blessing Joseph by Blessing Joseph
October 16, 2024
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Ekiti State Secures Major Investment Partnership with China’s SME-WCOC to Boost Key Sectors
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Ekiti State has taken a major step towards economic transformation by signing a groundbreaking agreement with the China Association of Small and Medium Enterprises Working Committee for Overseas Cooperation (CASME-WCOC). This strategic collaboration aims to drive significant investments in agriculture, technology, and energy, marking a new chapter in the state’s development efforts.

During the signing ceremony, Governor Biodun Oyebanji, represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Dr. Habitat Adubiaro, highlighted the importance of the partnership. “This is not just about investment; it’s about creating job opportunities for our youth and enhancing Ekiti’s economic landscape,” he said.

 Investment Projects on the Horizon

The agreement paves the way for key infrastructure projects aimed at revitalizing the local economy. These include:

– Agricultural Parks: Sinomec-He Chengdu Heavy Machinery Co. Ltd (CDHMC) will spearhead the development of agricultural parks to enhance food production and agribusiness.

  

– Renewable Energy Facilities: New energy power projects will be developed to boost sustainable energy initiatives.

 

– Smart Park Development: The IT Electronics Eleventh Design & Research Institute (EDRI) will lead the creation of innovative smart parks, promoting technological growth.

 

– Aviation Initiatives: Aloong Aircraft (Jingmen) Company Limited (ALAC) will set up aircraft production and maintenance facilities at Ekiti International Cargo Airport, enhancing logistics and trade.

Commitment to Sustainable Development

Mrs. Omotayo Adeola, Ekiti’s Commissioner for Trade, Industry, Investment, and Cooperatives, emphasized the commitment of Chinese investors to contribute their own resources to these projects. This follows an earlier visit by Chinese officials who assessed the state’s investment opportunities. 

Prince Innocent Okonkwo, Chairman of the Belt and Road Africa Economic Promotion Initiative Centre (BRAEPIC), hailed Ekiti as a prime investment destination. “Ekiti is strategically positioned as an attractive hub for global investors due to its favorable investment climate,” he noted.

 

Strategic Location and Economic Impact

Ekiti’s location, nestled between Lagos and Abuja, offers a logistical advantage for investors. The partnership is set to attract companies from various sectors, including information technology, air transportation, and agro-processing, creating new jobs and business opportunities.

This partnership with CASME-WCOC is expected to usher in a new era of economic growth and sustainable development in Ekiti. With a focus on foreign investment and job creation, the state is poised for long-term prosperity. As Governor Oyebanji concluded, “We are laying the groundwork for a brighter economic future for our people through strategic partnerships and innovative projects.”

 

This deal is set to position Ekiti as a major player in Nigeria’s economic landscape, leveraging global connections to create lasting impact.

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