- Bauchi Appoints Chinese National as Economic Adviser to Boost Investment
- The partnership is expected to attract investment, support infrastructure projects
- Mr. Zhensheng is the Chairman of the China Global Promotion Cooperation Research Centre
Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has appointed Chinese national Mr. Li Zhensheng as Economic Adviser to the State Government.
Eko Hot Blog reports that the governor made the announcement during the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with the China Global Promotion Cooperation Research Centre in Bauchi.
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He explained that the appointment is part of efforts to position Bauchi as a centre for international cooperation.
The partnership is expected to attract investment, support infrastructure projects, and promote initiatives in agriculture, education, healthcare, manufacturing, mining, oil and gas, and trade.
As part of the agreement, Bauchi will establish a representative office in China to oversee projects and ensure they are delivered on time.
Governor Mohammed added that the collaboration aligns with the diplomatic relationship between President Xi Jinping of China and President Bola Tinubu of Nigeria. He said it will enhance foreign direct investment, create jobs, develop skills, modernise key sectors, and raise the state’s global profile.
Responding, Mr. Zhensheng, Chairman of the China Global Promotion Cooperation Research Centre, pledged to mobilise resources to support Bauchi’s economic transformation. He also promised sustainable growth, modern infrastructure, and improved livelihoods for the people of the state.
