Zulum Appoints Dr. Kori as Chief Investment Adviser

Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno State has appointed Dr. Sa'id Alkali Kori as the Chief Investment Adviser, aiming to tackle the state's significant economic challenges. This strategic move highlights Zulum's search for external solutions, as he believes the existing bureaucratic machinery lacks the expertise and network necessary to attract substantial private capital for reconstruction efforts.

Dr. Kori, a PhD holder and CEO of a $200 million infrastructure financing firm, brings valuable experience from his advisory role in neighboring Yobe State and the Lake Chad Basin Governor Forum. His appointment is seen as a bold step to reassure international development financiers and domestic investors about Borno's business environment.

The effectiveness of Dr. Kori will depend on his ability to navigate Borno's unique complexities and translate high-level concepts into viable projects, particularly in public-private partnerships. His role will also involve addressing local equity concerns and supporting small-scale traders in Maiduguri, as the state seeks to balance large-scale investments with grassroots economic healing.