Yobe State Invites Global Investors for Farmland Development

The Yobe State Government has called for global investors to explore its 1.6 million hectares of arable land to foster investment, job creation, and sustainable economic development. This initiative was presented at the 2026 United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, where the state engaged potential international partners in sectors such as agriculture, renewable energy, mining, healthcare, and youth development.

Governor Mai Mala Buni, represented by Secretary to the State Government Dr Baba Malam Goje, highlighted Yobe's natural resources, strategic location, and youthful population as key attractions for investment. The state is promoting opportunities in soyabean, sesame, and livestock, showcasing completed sesame seed processing factories and a modern livestock hub.

The Yobe State Agency for Public-Private Partnership and Investment Promotion coordinates investment opportunities under the Yobe State Public-Private Partnership Law 2023. Additionally, discussions with industrialist Aliko Dangote focused on partnerships for sustainable income generation for vulnerable groups.

The delegation also engaged the United Nations Youth Office regarding youth development initiatives.