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Jigawa invests ₦586m in border-free zone to boost cross-border trade
NG🏛️ PoliticsCenter6 hr. ago

Jigawa invests ₦586m in border-free zone to boost cross-border trade

Jigawa State in Nigeria has allocated ₦586.26 million to renovate the Maigatari Border Free Zone and the nearby Government Guest House in Gumel. This initiative aims to enhance cross-border trade, attract investments, and stimulate economic activity in the region. The funds will be used to improve infrastructure at the border zone, which serves as a critical hub for trade with neighboring countries like Niger. Additionally, the renovation of the Government Guest House is intended to provide better accommodations for officials, investors, and visitors, further supporting economic engagement in the area. The state government views these developments as essential for promoting regional economic integration and positioning Jigawa as a key gateway for trade between Nigeria and its neighbors.

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Jigawa invests ₦586m in border-free zone to boost cross-border trade

Jigawa State in Nigeria has allocated ₦586.26 million to renovate the Maigatari Border Free Zone and the nearby Government Guest House in Gumel. This initiative aims to enhance cross-border trade, attract investments, and stimulate economic activity in the region. The funds will be used to improve infrastructure at the border zone, which serves as a critical hub for trade with neighboring countries like Niger. Additionally, the renovation of the Government Guest House is intended to provide better accommodations for officials, investors, and visitors, further supporting economic engagement in the area. The state government views these developments as essential for promoting regional economic integration and positioning Jigawa as a key gateway for trade between Nigeria and its neighbors.

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