20/07/2025
GOVERNOR BAGO WOODS INVESTORS TO RABBA FOR AGRO-INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT
Rabba, Mokwa LGA – July 20, 2025
As part of the ongoing New Niger Agenda, the Niger State Government has taken a significant step toward industrializing the agricultural sector by inviting foreign investors to Rabba in Mokwa Local Government Area.
Leading the charge was the Commissioner for Trade and Investment, Alhaji Aminu Takuma, who, alongside a team of Chinese investors, visited Rabba for a site inspection aimed at establishing agro-processing industries in the area.
The visit commenced with a courtesy call on the traditional ruler, the Ndashi of Rabba, Engr. Alhaji Umaru Tswako. During the meeting, Alhaji Takuma sought the community’s endorsement and emphasized Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago’s commitment to making Rabba a flagship beneficiary of the agro-industrial project.
He was accompanied by Mr. Yomi, Chairman of the Niger State Special Agro-Processing Zone (SAPZ), and Hon. Zakariyau Rabba, Deputy Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state.
Addressing the elders and traditional leaders, Alhaji Takuma highlighted the anticipated benefits of the project, including stable electricity supply, improved road infrastructure, job creation, and broad-based economic growth for the Rabba community.
In his remarks, the Ndashi of Rabba expressed full support for the initiative and appointed community representatives to join the inspection tour. The delegation visited various potential sites, including expansive farmlands, the banks of the River Niger, and facilities previously used by Sunflag Agro Nigeria Limited.
The Chinese investors, visibly impressed by the location and natural resources, expressed strong interest and pledged to begin operations as soon as all regulatory processes are concluded.
The project is expected to mark a transformative era for Rabba, aligning with Governor Bago’s vision of positioning Niger State as an agro-industrial hub in Nigeria.