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Katsina State Governor, Dikko Radda
Katsina State Governor, Dikko Radda on Tuesday told investors that the state has abundant resources in agriculture, textiles and mineral sectors.
He stated this while inaugurating a one-day capacity-building workshop for exporters, organised by the Katsina State Investment Promotion Agency at the Munaj Event Centre, Katsina.
Speaking on the theme, “Unlocking Export Potentials: Strategies for Success,” the governor stressed the importance of diversifying the state’s economy beyond oil dependency.
He outlined various sectors where the state holds significant competitive advantages in the export market.
“Our state possesses vast untapped potential in agriculture, textiles and mineral resources that can substantially contribute to our export portfolio.
“This workshop represents our administration’s dedication to equipping our exporters with the necessary tools and knowledge to compete effectively in the global marketplace,” Radda noted.
He further pledged his administration’s continued support for initiatives aimed at enhancing local exporters’ capabilities as he urged the participants to leverage the insights gained to enhance their business operations and contribute to the state’s economic growth.
On his part, the Director-General, KIPA, Ibrahim Jikamshi said the event aligned with the administration’s commitment to strengthening Small and Medium Enterprises across the state.
Jikamshi said, “Participants received comprehensive training on crucial aspects of international trade, including market access strategies, quality assurance protocols, digital marketing techniques and navigation of international trade regulations.”
Also, during the event, security stakeholders expressed support for the investment initiative carried out by the state government.
The Katsina State Commissioner of Police, Aliyu Musa addressed concerns about regional security, noting that media reports often exaggerate challenges despite ongoing successful interventions.
Musa reported that over 70 per cent of farmers successfully cultivated their lands during the latest cropping season, contributing to stable commodity prices in local markets.
“We assure investors of the safety of their investments in Katsina State.
“The successful agricultural season demonstrates the improving security situation across our farming communities,” Musa stated.
On his part, the state’s Comptroller of Immigration, Mohamed Adamu pledged his department’s cooperation in facilitating documentation processes for exporters and investors.
Additionally, the state’s Comptroller of Customs, Idris Abba-Aji advocated for extended workshop durations in future editions.
“Longer training periods would allow us to better prepare local exporters and provide more comprehensive guidance on available business corridors,” Abba-Aji noted.
The workshop brought together stakeholders, including business owners, agricultural producers, industry experts, among others.
