Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, on Monday held a high-level meeting with prospective investors in the trade, mining and pharmaceutical sectors, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to providing a conducive environment for investment in the state.

During a visit to the office of the Presidential Initiative for Unlocking the Healthcare Value Chain (PVAC) in Abuja, Zulum met with representatives of the Jampur Group, an international conglomerate with interests in shipping, power, mining and trade.

The Jampur Group, which has operated in Nigeria for more than two decades, expressed interest in establishing a pharmaceutical manufacturing facility in Borno State and investing in the production of Tom Brown, a nutritious cereal blend, in Maiduguri.

The proposed investments aim to tackle malnutrition, improve child nutrition, and strengthen healthcare delivery in the state.

Zulum assured the investors of his administration’s readiness to support the projects by providing land and other incentives to facilitate their successful implementation.

“Borno State is ready to provide the necessary support for investors. We will make land available and offer every necessary incentive required to ensure the successful establishment of the proposed pharmaceutical manufacturing company and other related industrial projects,” the governor said.

He also highlighted Borno’s strategic location, describing the state as a commercial gateway to the Northeast and neighbouring African countries.

“Borno occupies a strategic position that gives investors access to the entire Northeast market as well as five neighbouring countries. Goods produced here have enormous market potential, making our state an attractive destination for investment,” he added.

The meeting was attended by the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Muhammad Ali Pate; the Director-General of PVAC, Dr Abdul Mukhtar; and the Country Manager of Jampur Group, Mohammad Asad Javeed.

Zulum was accompanied by the Commissioner for Health and Human Services, Professor Baba Malam Gana, and the Special Adviser on Monitoring and Evaluation, Engr. Baba Bukar Gujibawu.