Mbah woos Nigerian diaspora investors to Enugu

• NiDCOM boss lauds gov’s investment in infrastructure, security
Enugu State Governor, Dr. Peter Mbah, has urged the Nigeria Diaspora Community to consider Enugu as their first choice of investment destination, stressing that his administration has created robust mechanisms to facilitate their investment process and ensure high return on investment.

This was even as the Chairman of Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Mrs. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, commended the governor for his committed investment in the state’s infrastructure and security, noting that there is a huge investment potential that would benefit the Diaspora investors.

Mbah made the call yesterday in Enugu while delivering his welcome address at a sensitisation and advocacy workshop organised by NiDCOM, in partnership with the Enugu State Government for the promotion of the Diaspora investment potential in the South-East.

He recalled the administration’s unwavering commitment to the Diaspora community, which has already positioned the state as a business-friendly environment through policies such as easy access to land, guaranteed return on investment, transparency and a secure environment.

The governor, who was represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Prof. ChidiebereOnyia, acknowledged the pivotal role Nigerians in the Diaspora were playing in the nation’s development through their remittances, expertise, innovation and networks.

He said: “With an estimated $20 billion – $25 billion sent home yearly by Nigerians abroad, as estimated by the World Bank, and active participation of this group, the Nigerian Diaspora community cannot be ignored. As such, effectively harnessing the support and influence of our Diaspora community is crucial for enhancing investment and trade, and securing robust representation in host countries to promote global interconnectedness.”