Kwara Governor AbdulRazaq Seeks Ghana's Cocoa Expertise

Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has sought the support of Ghana to develop the cocoa industry in Kwara, focusing on production, processing, and management. This request was made during a meeting on Monday with Ghanaian President John Mahama's Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, at the Government House in Ilorin.

AbdulRazaq highlighted Kwara's status as a cocoa-producing state and expressed the potential benefits of leveraging Ghana's expertise. He advocated for enhanced economic cooperation between Nigeria and Ghana, emphasizing the importance of bilateral trade in promoting industrial development and job creation.

The governor also proposed easing border restrictions and establishing a common currency for the British West African sub-region to facilitate trade. Mahama, through Debrah, supported the call for stronger economic relations, noting that cooperation should extend beyond political frameworks.

The Ghanaian delegation included High Commissioner Baba Abu, CEO Simon Madjie, and Dr Tenewa Asamoah.