Governor
Abdullahi Umar Ganduje of Kano state has stressed the need for closer
bilateral relations between Nigeria and Ethiopia in view of the huge
opportunities for economic development in both countries.
The
governor, who spoke while receiving the Ethiopian Ambassador to
Nigeria, Samiya Zakaria, at the Government House in Kano, said states
like Kano are good destinations for foreign direct investment.
“We
are the most populous state and foremost commercial center in Nigeria.
So, when it comes to business, I think there is no better destination
than Kano in Nigeria”, the governor stated.
He
noted that trade relations between Nigeria and Ethiopia are being
reinforced by Ethiopian Airlines which operates from Kano, Abuja and
Lagos, which he said provides links to not only Ethiopia but other parts
of the world.
The
governor expressed happiness that Nigerian businessmen are discovering
Ethiopian markets assuring that his administration would encourage local
businessmen to do business in the country, as part of efforts to
promote African integration.
Earlier,
the Ethiopian Ambassador to Nigeria, Samiya Zakaria said the visit to
Kano state is to enhance trade and tourism relations with people of the
state.
She
stated that foremost Nigerian business mogul, Alhaji Aliko Dangote
recently established a factory in Ethiopia urging other Kano – based
business men to emulate him in view of her countries potential for
economic progress.
Regarding
tourism, Ambassador Zakaria said her country is rich in religious and
cultural tourism sites, stressing that the long – existing cordial
relationship between the country and Nigeria, which dates back to pre-
colonial times, would be enhance if Nigerians explore business
opportunities in Ethiopia or visit the country for tourism.
Aminu K. Yassar
Press Secretary to the
Exec. Gov., Kano state
20/10/2015
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