Sadiq Osude, a governorship hopeful in Nasarawa, has called on global investors to invest in the state’s mining, agriculture, and energy sectors.
In a statement issued by his media office on Wednesday, Osude spoke over the weekend at the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), where he also unveiled the “capital mobilisation statecraft”.
He described the “capital mobilisation statecraft” as a new governance model for transforming Nasarawa.
The founder of the SOS Foundation told the gathering of investors from over 20 countries that Nasarawa’s proximity to the federal capital territory (FCT) and its rich natural resources make it Nigeria’s next frontier for growth.
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“This is not a conventional political campaign. It is a platform to attract and manage investment for the benefit of the people. My ambition is anchored on capital mobilisation as statecraft,” Osude said.
He said Nasarawa’s abundant solid minerals and vast arable land should serve as springboards for agro-industrial value chains and modern mining operations.
“Begin dialogues now, co-create projects, and share in the value uplift,” he said.
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Osude also made a case for infrastructure and renewable energy investments, noting that they are essential to unlocking the state’s economic potential.
“Nasarawa has the potential to become a hub for industrial growth. We have already trained 6,000 individuals in vocational skills and awarded 1,200 scholarships through the SOS Foundation. That is proof that when given resources, we can create impact,” he said.
In August, Osude declared his intention to contest the Nasarawa governorship election in 2027.
The entrepreneur, who hails from Keana LGA, said his track record in humanitarian and development work positions him for the role.
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