Modupe Gbadeyanka
Edo State government has said it would want foreign investors to tap into its agricultural and energy sectors, saying the state was safe and conducive enough for investors to engage in large-scale investments.
Speaking at the Government House in Benin City, the state Governor, Mr Godwin Obaseki, pointed out that he was already creating an enabling environment for both local and foreign businesses to thrive with emphasis on security, energy and power.
Mr Obaseki, while receiving a delegation of Chinese investors on an official visit to Edo State, stressed that his administration was working tirelessly to reduce unemployment.
According to the Governor, represented by his Deputy, Mr Phillips Shaibu, the 200,000 jobs he promised would become a reality.
The Governor told the delegation, led by the Chairman of Skyrun Corporation, Mr Xie Shao, that the state was blessed with vast fertile land as well as enough natural and human resources to encourage large-scale investments.
In his remarks, Mr Shao said his team was interest in manufacturing and agriculture in Edo State. He commended the Governor for his efforts in revamping the economy of the state.
