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Dangote speaks about investing in Edo State
CNBC Africa caught up with Africa's richest man Aliko Dangote, President of the Dangote Group at the just concluded Edo Investment Summit in Benin City and discussed what this summit means for Edo State.
Mon, 13 Nov 2017 08:11:23 GMT
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- The Edo Investment Summit successfully highlighted the partnership between the public and private sectors, attracting major investors to the state.
- Dangote emphasized the potential for job creation and economic growth in Edo State, particularly in the agriculture and agro-allied industries.
- He stressed the need for collaboration between the public and private sectors to create a conducive environment for investment and job creation.
Africa's richest man, Aliko Dangote, President of the Dangote Group, recently attended the Edo Investment Summit in Benin City. In an exclusive interview with CNBC Africa, Dangote expressed his satisfaction with the summit, highlighting the strong partnership between the public and private sectors. He commended the efforts of the Edo State government in attracting big investors who are willing to invest over $500 million in the state. Dangote emphasized the potential for job creation and economic development in Edo State, particularly in the agriculture and agro-allied industries. He stressed the importance of collaboration between the public and private sectors, noting that it is a win-win situation where both parties benefit. Dangote also emphasized the need for job creation in Nigeria, stating that the private sector plays a crucial role in generating employment opportunities. He urged a focus on agriculture as a key sector for job creation and economic growth. Dangote criticized calls for restructuring, suggesting that the key to development lies in effective governance and economic strategy. He encouraged states like Edo to prioritize agriculture and investment in order to achieve sustainable prosperity and reduce dependence on oil revenue.
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