KatsinaTimes | 23 Nov 2025
Several leading companies from France and Italy have expressed interest in partnering with Katsina State on major Public-Private Partnership (PPP) projects aimed at accelerating industrial and economic development.
The interest followed a high-level investment meeting held in Paris on November 17, where Governor Dikko Umaru Radda met with executives of various European firms to discuss opportunities across key sectors of the state’s economy.
During the engagement, the State Lead Consultant, Harun Abba Gana, made a detailed presentation outlining Katsina’s industrialization roadmap and a pipeline of PPP-ready projects. He also explained the distinctions between EPC&F and EPC project models, noting that the frameworks offer flexible investment options while reducing financial and operational risks for partners.
The discussions covered a wide range of sectors, including rural solar electrification, smart-city development, livestock and dairy production, agri-food processing, agricultural technologies, human capital development, and medical infrastructure. The companies also explored prospects in remote medical services, digital systems, green construction, workforce development, and sustainable mobility.
Governor Radda, while presenting his administration’s investment strategy, said the state has implemented key reforms to build a business-friendly environment that can attract global investors.
“Our administration is committed to creating an enabling environment for sustainable investment. By partnering with leading international companies, we are accelerating industrialization, creating jobs, and empowering communities across Katsina State,” he said.
He added that improved security, streamlined regulatory processes, and available infrastructure have positioned Katsina as a viable destination for foreign investment in northern Nigeria.
Representatives of the French and Italian companies lauded the governor’s vision and expressed confidence that their financing and technical expertise align with Katsina’s development priorities.
Investment and International Partnerships Consultant, Ma’asum Auwal Jibrin, described the meeting as a significant milestone.
“The interest from French and Italian investors demonstrates growing confidence in Katsina State as a destination for strategic partnerships. This is a strong signal for continued economic growth and innovation in the region,” he said.
Governor Radda was accompanied by the Special Adviser on Power, Dr. Hafiz Ibrahim Ahmed, and other senior officials.
The investment engagement is seen as a major step in the state’s push to boost industrialization, strengthen food security, expand clean energy access, and advance technology-driven development.
