Unlocking Anambra State Potential
Exploring meaningful partnerships and investment opportunities
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Last week, we had a wonderful Valentine’s Day celebration. We spent the day participating in the interactive stakeholders’ forum organized by the Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission. We networked with other stakeholders and also engaged in some very productive meetings while in Abuja.
ANSIPPA joins other State IPAs at the NIPC Interactive Stakeholders Forum
In a bid to better fulfill its responsibility of driving investments in Nigeria, the Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission (NIPC) hosted an interactive stakeholders forum for all States’ Investment Promotion Agencies (IPAs) and other key stakeholders. The event was held in Abuja on Tuesday, February 14, 2023.
At the event, the Executive Secretary, NIPC, Hajiya Saratu Umar unveiled the Nigerian Investment Promotion Masterplan, a policy document to strategically drive interactions between IPAs and investors, both with the country and on the global stage. According to Hajiya Umar, the NIPC is reevaluating its operations and policies to better project Nigeria as an investment hub and boost FDIs for the country’s economy.
Speaking at the event, the Managing Director, ANSIPPA, Mark Okoye expressed his appreciation to the NIPC and requested for the commission’s cooperation in setting up a regional arm to help promote cooperative competition within the region. He spoke about the need for investments into Nigeria to focus on the development of viable infrastructure projects that will boost economic activities.
Okoye further enjoined the commission to invest more into exploring opportunities to partner with relevant international donor organizations, DFIs, and other corporate bodies to fund social impact programs that will directly impact the lives of average Nigerians.
ANSIPPA Pays Courtesy Visit to CBN
Last week, the Agency paid a courtesy visit to the Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Dr. Kingsley Obiora.
At the meeting, the MD ANSIPPA, explained the overarching economic objectives of the Soludo administration and the role expected of the Agency. He requested for technical assistance and project funding support from the CBN to aid the Agency during the repositioning of ANSIPPA to the Anambra Development Investment Corporation (ADIC).
The CBN, represented by its Deputy Governor, gave assurances to support initiatives promoted by the Anambra State Government through ANSIPPA. He however, stressed the need for the State’s projects to align with CBN policy initiatives to guarantee maximum support from the organization.
Paul-B expresses Interest in Anambra State
Last Wednesday, the Agency met with Paul-B Nigeria Plc to discuss a potential Public Private Community Partnership (PPCP) that will provide pipe-borne water to households in Anambra State.
The Agency hopes to receive the official proposal next week. More information will be in our subsequent newsletter.
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Thank you ANSIPPA for your work. May Anambra succeed!