Niger govt reaffirms drive for industrial growth, MSME development

The Niger State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to industrial development following a strategic meeting between the state’s Commissioner for Investment, Industry and Trade, Aminu Suleman Takuma, and the Minister of State for Industry, Trade and Investment, John Owan Enoh.

The meeting, held on May 1 in Minna, focused on practical measures to accelerate industrialisation across the state and strengthen its economic base.

Discussions centred on supporting micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), boosting agro-processing, and expanding export opportunities to enhance local productivity and job creation.

Particular attention was given to high-potential agricultural value chains, including shea butter production and other agro-based industries capable of driving economic growth and attracting investment.

Speaking after the meeting, the Commissioner described the engagement as productive, noting that stronger collaboration between federal and state governments would help create a more enabling environment for private sector investment.

He also commended the Minister’s commitment to deepening cooperation in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda of Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the development priorities of Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago.

The state government reiterated that Niger remains open for business and is positioning itself to attract investments that will drive job creation and sustainable economic growth.