Gombe State is poised to tap into its vast economic potential through a strategic partnership with a notable United Kingdom consultancy and investment firm, Osprey Investment Group. Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya and Mr. David Winn, the chairman of Osprey Investment Group UK, discussed opportunities for collaboration across sectors including agriculture, energy, and trade during a meeting at the Government House, Gombe.
Winn highlighted Osprey Investment Group’s expertise in project management, consultancy, and transaction advisory services, underscoring the company’s track record of executing projects efficiently and professionally in Nigeria. He emphasized their commitment to facilitating strategic partnerships and providing solutions to enhance the state’s growth and development.
As part of the proposed partnership, Osprey Group aims to leverage its extensive network to connect Gombe State with key development partners, including entities from Qatar and Saudi Arabia and other international institutions and organizations. The firm also expressed readiness to assist in formulating comprehensive master plans for the agriculture and energy sectors to unlock the state’s untapped potential.
Governor Yahaya reiterated his administration’s dedication to the state’s development, citing the 10-year development plan, DEVAGOM, which aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). He highlighted initiatives such as the Muhammadu Buhari Industrial Park in Dadinkowa, emphasizing the state’s focus on industrialization and job creation as key priorities.
