Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, yesterday, urged the Brazilian business community to seize the vast investment opportunities available in the state, maintaining that Delta is strategically positioned to become a hub for trade, agriculture, energy, and industrial development in Nigeria and West Africa.
 
The governor made the call while delivering his remarks at the “Delta State-Focused Business and Investment Roundtable” in São Paulo, where he highlighted the state’s natural endowments, strategic location, and ongoing reforms aimed at creating a friendly environment for investors.
 
Oborevwori noted the strong ties between Nigeria and Brazil, citing similarities in population size, agricultural potential, cultural diversity, tropical climate, and a shared passion for football. 
 
He described the roundtable as an avenue to forge strategic partnerships that would accelerate sustainable growth for both countries. He explained that since its creation in 1991, Delta State has grown into one of the top five largest economies in Nigeria with a landmass of over 18,000 square kilometres and a population of more than six million people.  He said: “Delta is blessed with vast natural resources and youthful human capital, making it an attractive destination for investors.
 
“Delta is Nigeria’s leading producer of crude oil and holds the largest natural gas reserves in the country, with two major export terminals in Escravos and Forcados.” 
 
He also drew attention to the state’s long coastline, four seaports, and the ongoing concession of the Burutu Seaport, which, he said, has the potential to become a major trans-shipment hub for West and South-West Africa.