Aniagwu Urges Delta Businesses To Invest Beyond Summit
Delta Government Calls for Greater Indigenous Investment at Economic Summit
Private Sector Urged to Become Active Investors
THE Delta State Government has called on indigenous businesses and members of the organised private sector to play a more active role in driving the state’s economic transformation, urging them to move beyond policy discussions and become direct investors in emerging opportunities across key sectors.
The appeal was made by the Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, during an interactive meeting between the Main Organising Committee of the forthcoming Delta State Investment and Economic Summit and representatives of the organised private sector in Asaba.
The summit is scheduled to hold from August 3 to 5 and is expected to attract local and international investors seeking opportunities within the state’s expanding economy.
Summit Expected to Deliver Practical Investments
Aniagwu stressed that the success of the investment summit should be measured not only by the quality of presentations and policy discussions but also by the volume of investments, partnerships and business ventures that emerge afterward.
He noted that while foreign investors were expected to participate with significant financial resources, indigenous entrepreneurs possess a stronger commitment to the long-term growth and prosperity of Delta State because of their direct stake in its economic future.
According to him, local businesses should seize the opportunity to position themselves as major beneficiaries of the state’s investment drive rather than remaining observers.
Collaboration Through Investment Partnerships
The commissioner encouraged entrepreneurs and corporate organisations to adopt collaborative investment models by forming Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) or investment consortia capable of mobilising greater financial and technical capacity.
He explained that pooling resources would enable businesses to undertake projects that may be beyond the capacity of individual investors, particularly in strategic sectors such as agriculture, oil and gas, manufacturing and other areas where Delta enjoys comparative advantages.
Aniagwu observed that partnerships among indigenous investors would strengthen local participation while increasing the state’s capacity to attract complementary foreign investment.
Government Seeks Broader Private Sector Participation
Beyond encouraging investment, Aniagwu said the state government is looking to the organised private sector for practical recommendations on improving the ease of doing business and creating a more competitive investment climate.
He explained that continued dialogue between government and businesses would help identify policy reforms capable of expanding indigenous participation in the economy while supporting sustainable economic growth.
According to him, the interaction provides an opportunity for the private sector to influence government policies aimed at strengthening the state’s investment ecosystem.
Positioning Delta for Sustainable Economic Growth
Aniagwu expressed confidence that stronger collaboration between government and the private sector would unlock new investment opportunities, stimulate job creation and accelerate economic diversification across Delta State.
He urged entrepreneurs, business associations and corporate organisations to leverage the investment summit to establish strategic partnerships, develop bankable projects and position themselves at the forefront of the state’s next phase of economic development.
