Kogi Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan Invites European Investors

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central, hosted a delegation of European ambassadors from Belgium, Denmark, Italy, and Spain on an investment tour of Kogi State. The tour aimed to showcase the state's cultural heritage, tourism attractions, and indigenous industries, with the goal of attracting investment and humanitarian partnerships.

The diplomats visited significant landmarks, including Lord Lugard’s Rest House and the confluence of the Niger and Benue rivers, and engaged with local artisans, experiencing the traditions of the Ebira people. Italian Ambassador Roberto Mengoni praised the confluence as a symbol of national unity and expressed optimism for partnerships.

Belgium’s ambassador, Pieter Leenknegt, highlighted the hiking expedition around Ihima and the region's cultural richness. Denmark’s ambassador, Jens Hansen, commended the skills of local artisans, particularly women in traditional crafts.

Akpoti-Uduaghan emphasized that Kogi Central's economic prospects extend beyond tourism, aiming for partnerships that would benefit local communities.