The Delta State Government has announced that its recent investment mission to Brazil has opened new opportunities for agricultural expansion, industrial development, renewable energy, and job creation across the state.
Addressing journalists on Monday in Asaba, Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, said the engagement formed part of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s strategy to diversify the economy and boost long-term development. He noted that the administration’s investment in road and rural infrastructure across all 25 local government areas had already unlocked access to mineral deposits, industrial hubs, and potential free trade corridors.
Aniagwu explained that the Brazil visit was designed to showcase Delta’s readiness for investment and to learn from Brazil’s globally recognized agricultural model, particularly in ranching.
According to him, ranching has dual benefits: enhancing food production and curbing insecurity by preventing forests from being used as criminal hideouts.
“We are aligning agriculture with security and employment generation,” Aniagwu stated.
“Our conversations in Brazil are yielding promising results, and we are confident that tangible projects will follow.”
He further disclosed that discussions extended to renewable energy firms and stakeholders in the power sector, complementing earlier talks with Nigeria’s Rural Electrification Agency. These engagements, he said, are targeted at expanding electricity access, spurring industrialization, and creating jobs for Delta’s growing youth population.
Highlighting the state’s focus on agro-industrial ventures, Aniagwu stressed that with thousands of graduates leaving tertiary institutions annually, the administration’s priority is to develop a productive economy that offers sustainable employment beyond the civil service.
“The vision is to guarantee social and economic stability by ensuring our people have meaningful jobs while industries thrive,” he emphasized.
Reaffirming the Governor’s commitment, Aniagwu said the MORE Agenda remains the guiding framework, with infrastructure, agriculture, energy, and industrial growth at its core.
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