Jigawa Seeks More Investment in Agriculture, Livestock Sector

Jigawa State Governor Umar Namadi has called on local and foreign investors to take advantage of investment opportunities in the state's agriculture and livestock sectors.

Speaking at the Jigawa Investment Summit 2026 in Dutse, Namadi said the state has over 24,700 square kilometres of fertile arable land and more than 411,000 hectares of irrigable land suitable for year-round farming.

He added that Jigawa also offers water and irrigation facilities, access to markets across northern Nigeria and neighbouring Niger Republic, as well as a business-friendly environment for investors.

The governor said his administration is implementing its development agenda through investments in agriculture, infrastructure, energy, the digital economy and other key sectors to drive economic growth.

Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Mukhtar Maiha, said Jigawa has an estimated 3.6 million cattle, 5.6 million sheep and 6.6 million goats, making it a major destination for livestock investment.

Also speaking, Deputy Chief of Staff to the President in the Office of the Vice President, Ibrahim Hassan Hadeija, urged the state government to expand electricity generation to support industrial growth and attract more investors.

Vice President Kashim Shettima, who declared the summit open, assured investors of the Federal Government's support and pledged to promote a business environment free of unnecessary bureaucratic delays.