President Bola Tinubu urged investors to seize the current opportunities in Nigeria, pointing to the country’s improving economic indicators. Speaking at the Bauchi Investment Summit, he highlighted an external reserve of $43 billion as of September 2025, a debt‑service‑to‑revenue ratio now below 50 %, and a GDP growth rate of 4.23 %.
Tinubu emphasized Bauchi State’s vast arable land, which can advance climate‑smart agriculture and commercial outgrower initiatives. He also noted that the state’s natural assets and cultural heritage could boost tourism and hospitality, while its renewable‑energy and gas potentials could power industrial processes through public‑private partnerships.
Governor Bala Mohammed reassured prospective investors that Bauchi will provide a safe and conducive environment for their ventures. He pledged to prioritize water‑resource management, ensuring that every local government area gains access to water powered by solar and gravity at minimal cost.
The Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, called on leaders to promote good governance and to monitor commitments, summits, and conferences in the northern states, using these evaluations to drive national development.
The Bauchi Investment Summit, themed “Revealing a Resilient Economy: Optimising Investment Partnerships,” aims to showcase the state’s investment potential and attract capital. As part of the state government’s strategy to diversify the economy and create growth opportunities, the summit underscores Bauchi’s natural resources and Nigeria’s improving economic outlook. The president’s assurance of a favorable investment climate, combined with the governor’s commitment to safety and infrastructure, is expected to boost investor confidence and stimulate economic growth in the region.
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