Zamfara Governor Woos Investors with Mining and Infrastructure Opportunities

Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal has opened up the state to investment opportunities, highlighting its vast potential in mining and infrastructure development.

Speaking at the fifth African Sub-Sovereign Governments Network conference in Algiers, Algeria, Lawal assured international investors that Zamfara is open for business.

The governor emphasized the state’s rich mineral deposits, including gold, copper, lithium, tantalite, and granite, presenting lucrative opportunities for investors.

Additionally, Zamfara is constructing a modern international airport in Gusau to boost economic activities and accommodate domestic and international flights.

Lawal is seeking partnerships with financiers like the African Export-Import Bank to facilitate tools such as credit guarantees, political risk insurance, and currency swap facilities.

He assured investors of a secure, profitable, and sustainable environment for investment, while also working to modernize the land registry, build capacity in investment promotion, and digitize permit processing to enhance transparency.

The administration aims to transform Zamfara’s narrative from one of challenges to one of opportunities and resilience. However, the state has faced insecurity issues, with the governor claiming he can end banditry within two months if given direct control over security agencies.

This claim has sparked controversy, with some groups calling for a state of emergency in Zamfara due to the escalating violence.

Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal has opened up the state to investment opportunities, highlighting its vast potential in mining and infrastructure development.

Speaking at the fifth African Sub-Sovereign Governments Network conference in Algiers, Algeria, Lawal assured international investors that Zamfara is open for business.

The governor emphasized the state’s rich mineral deposits, including gold, copper, lithium, tantalite, and granite, presenting lucrative opportunities for investors.

Additionally, Zamfara is constructing a modern international airport in Gusau to boost economic activities and accommodate domestic and international flights.

Lawal is seeking partnerships with financiers like the African Export-Import Bank to facilitate tools such as credit guarantees, political risk insurance, and currency swap facilities.

He assured investors of a secure, profitable, and sustainable environment for investment, while also working to modernize the land registry, build capacity in investment promotion, and digitize permit processing to enhance transparency.

The administration aims to transform Zamfara’s narrative from one of challenges to one of opportunities and resilience. However, the state has faced insecurity issues, with the governor claiming he can end banditry within two months if given direct control over security agencies.

This claim has sparked controversy, with some groups calling for a state of emergency in Zamfara due to the escalating violence.