- Governor Yusuf visits Morocco to seek investments in agriculture, energy, and the creative industry.
- Meets top Moroccan officials and investors, promoting Kano as a gateway to West Africa.
- Explores partnerships in Islamic filmmaking to grow Kano’s creative economy while preserving cultural values.
Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf is visiting Morocco to boost economic ties and attract foreign investment.
His spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, announced the visit in a statement released on Sunday in Kano.
The governor aims to build strong partnerships in agriculture, energy, and the creative industry. During the trip, he plans to meet top Moroccan officials and business leaders.
Governor Yusuf will talk with Morocco’s Minister of Agriculture and Energy. He plans to focus discussions on agricultural mechanisation, fertiliser production, and renewable energy development.
He wants to study Morocco’s progress in agriculture and clean energy and apply successful models to Kano’s development agenda.
The meetings will explore technology transfer and knowledge exchange. The governor will examine efficient fertiliser production methods and renewable energy solutions, especially solar power.
Governor Yusuf hopes to use the visit to open new opportunities for international collaboration. He continues to push for economic diversification in Kano State.
He also plans to meet officials of the Moroccan Chamber of Commerce and Industry and showcase investment opportunities in Kano across key sectors.
The governor will highlight agribusiness, energy, and tourism as high-potential areas. He will urge Moroccan investors to use Kano as an entry point to West African markets.
He wants to attract Moroccan companies to invest and operate in Kano. His administration, through these partnerships, targets job creation and industrial growth.
Governor Yusuf will also focus on cultural exchange and collaboration within the creative sector. He plans to explore Islamic-themed filmmaking and other faith-based productions.
He will meet Moroccan creative industry leaders to discuss partnerships. He wants to promote cultural exchange and co-productions between Kano and Moroccan studios.
The governor’s team sees this as a chance to grow Kano’s creative economy. They also aim to preserve the state’s cultural and religious values.
Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa described the visit as a turning point in Kano’s international outreach. He said the state will pursue global partnerships to support its development goals.
Governor Yusuf continues to focus on sectors that can deliver long-term value. His team prioritises agriculture, energy, and creative industries.
The state government also pushes for inclusive growth through investments in infrastructure and policy reforms. The administration wants to make Kano investor-friendly.
Governor Yusuf already launched several local reforms to support this vision. His efforts include infrastructure development and business incentives.
He believes strategic international relationships can fast-track development. His government continues to search for practical solutions to Kano’s economic challenges.
He plans to visit Morocco’s industrial and agricultural sites to gain insights and apply these lessons in Kano.
The governor intends to return with clear implementation strategies. He will work with local stakeholders to bring the benefits of this trip to the people.
This visit reflects his commitment to unlock Kano’s economic potential through strong international partnerships.