Edo State Government seeks Saudi investment for agriculture

The Edo State Government is actively seeking to attract Saudi Arabian investors for its agricultural and livestock sectors, with plans for direct discussions with investment companies in Riyadh ahead of the Edo International Agricultural and Livestock Investment Summit scheduled for the first quarter of 2027. This initiative follows a meeting on October 21, 2026, between Ohimai Ehijimetor, the Edo State Commissioner for Livestock Development, and officials from the Saudi Arabian Embassy in Abuja, including Deputy Ambassador Abdulrahman Altwaim and Head of Economic Cooperation Yazid Halawani.

The embassy has committed to supporting Edo's investment drive by mobilizing investors for the summit and organizing meetings in Riyadh for one-on-one discussions. The state aims to attract investments that can enhance agricultural production, processing, and livestock development.

Details regarding specific projects and potential investment values have not yet been disclosed. The engagement is part of broader efforts to establish international partnerships in preparation for the summit.