Kano Government wants synergy for 
sustainable development in Northern Nigeria
The Kano State Deputy Governor, Malam Aminu Gwarzo, has called for stronger regional collaboration among Northern states to drive sustainable development and attract large-scale investments across the region.
Gwarzo said this at the closing ceremony of the Bauchi Investment Summit 1.0 in Bauchi.
This is contained in a statement released by his Press Secretary, Mr Ibrahim Shu’aibu, on Saturday in Kano.
Shu’aibu said that Gwarzo, represented Gov. Abba Yusuf at the summit which was attended by delegates from Nigeria and the international community.
He quoted his as commending Gov. Bala Muhammad and the people of Bauchi State for successfully hosting the groundbreaking event that showcased the region’s untapped economic potential.
Gwarzo said that the summit had set a new benchmark for strategic governance and innovative economic planning in Northern Nigeria.
He applauded the Bauchi State Government’s foresight in convening the summit, saying that its success reflected meticulous organization and a deep commitment to inclusive growth.
Gwarzo urged other Northern governors to replicate Bauchi’s model by organizing similar investment-driven initiatives capable of transforming the region’s economy through partnership and knowledge sharing.
“Northern Nigeria is not a region dependent on others, but one rich in human and material resources. I’m very happy to hear you emphasizing that we are nobody’s parasites. We have never been and will never be, Insha’Allah.
“The surest way out of our challenges is through the support of our leaders and the effective utilization of our God-given resources,” he said.
In his closing remarks, Muhammad described the summit as a transformative learning experience that broadened his understanding of governance, investment, and sustainable growth.
He said that the deliberations and interactions had deepened his appreciation of the role of knowledge in governance, saying, “I am more educated than I was before. How I wish this investment sermon was convoked when I came into government. That is what knowledge can do.”
The governor highlighted Bauchi’s vast tourism and natural resource potential beyond the popular Yankari Game Reserve, citing archaeological and historical sites that, if properly developed, could significantly boost the state’s economy.
The Bauchi Investment Summit 1.0, which was declared open by Vice President Kashim Shettima, featured key sessions on multi-state economic opportunities, agriculture, solid minerals, and tourism.
The two-day event attracted prominent national and international investors, including former Presidents Olusegun Obasanjo and Goodluck Jonathan, as well as delegations from Tunisia, China, Saudi Arabia, and other countries.
It recorded the signing of 47 Memoranda of Understanding and secured investment commitments worth over $5 billion, signaling a major step toward repositioning Bauchi as a hub for investment and sustainable growth.
