Vice President Kashim Shettima has arrived in Owerri, the capital of Imo State, to attend the 2025 Imo Economic Summit. His aircraft touched down at the Sam Mbakwe International Airport at 10:43 a.m., marking the beginning of his visit to the state. The Vice President was received by Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma, as well as several ministers, lawmakers, and high-ranking government officials, including the Etsu Nupe, Yahaya Abubakar.
The 2025 Imo Economic Summit is a significant event aimed at promoting economic growth and development in the region. The summit is expected to bring together key stakeholders, including business leaders, policymakers, and experts, to discuss strategies for driving economic progress and addressing challenges facing the state. Vice President Shettima’s attendance at the summit underscores the federal government’s commitment to supporting economic development in Imo State and the wider region.
As a key advocate for digital innovation, Vice President Shettima has emphasized the importance of leveraging technology to drive economic growth and prosperity in Nigeria. In recent remarks, he highlighted the potential of digital innovation to transform the country’s economy and improve the lives of its citizens. His participation in the Imo Economic Summit is likely to focus on exploring ways to harness digital innovation and other strategies to promote economic development in the state.
The Vice President’s visit to Imo State is also an opportunity for him to engage with local stakeholders and gather insights into the state’s economic challenges and opportunities. With the support of Governor Uzodimma and other state officials, the federal government aims to work closely with Imo State to identify areas of collaboration and develop initiatives that can help drive economic growth and improve the lives of citizens.
As the 2025 Imo Economic Summit gets underway, all eyes will be on the discussions and outcomes of the event. The summit’s success is likely to have significant implications for the economic development of Imo State and the wider region, and Vice President Shettima’s participation is a clear indication of the federal government’s commitment to supporting economic growth and prosperity in Nigeria. Further updates on the summit and the Vice President’s visit are expected in the coming days.