By: Abdullahi Inuwa
Governor Nasir Idris has unveiled a raft of reforms and investment-friendly policies designed to transform Kebbi State into a major investment hub and strategic gateway to the West African market.
The Director General of the Kebbi Investment Promotion Agency (KIPA), Muhammad Kabir Kamba, disclosed this during an Inter-Ministerial Press Briefing organised by the Ministry of Information and Culture to showcase achievements recorded by Ministries, Departments and Agencies under the administration over the past three years.
Kamba said the governor’s economic vision is anchored on transparency, accountability, quality service delivery and the creation of a conducive environment for local and foreign investors.
According to him, the administration has introduced several executive orders and policy reforms aimed at strengthening governance and improving the ease of doing business across the state.
Among the key initiatives highlighted are the adoption of the Framework for Responsible and Inclusive Land-Intensive Agriculture (FRILIA), measures to enhance transparency and efficiency in public service delivery, the establishment of a Grievance Redress Mechanism for trade-related disputes, and a Right-of-Way waiver to accelerate optic fibre deployment and digital infrastructure expansion.
The KIPA boss noted that the state has also built a robust investment regulatory framework, including the establishment of a functional Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Unit tasked with coordinating project development, prioritisation and implementation across ministries and the 21 local government areas.
He further revealed that Governor Idris approved the creation of the Kebbi State Project Facilitation Fund (PFF) to support early-stage project preparation and enhance the bankability of investment opportunities, making them more attractive to investors.
Kamba stressed that the reforms reflect the administration’s determination to unlock Kebbi’s economic potential, attract sustainable investments and position the state as one of Nigeria’s most competitive destinations for business and industrial growth.
The initiatives, he added, are expected to boost investor confidence, stimulate economic activities and create new opportunities for employment and development across the state.
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