Africa’s leading industrialist, Aliko Dangote, has announced plans to invest in Ogun State, Nigeria, with the construction of a multi-billion-dollar seaport and a 6 million metric tons per annum (Mta) cement plant in Itori.
Dangote made the announcement during a courtesy visit to Governor Dapo Abiodun at the Governor’s Office in Abeokuta, Ogun State.
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He attributed his decision to invest in Ogun State to the governor’s vision and policies, which have created an investor-friendly environment.
The new cement plant in Itori will add to the existing 12 million Mta plant in Ibeshe, making Ogun State the highest cement-producing state or region in Africa, with a total capacity of 18 million Mta.
The multi-billion-dollar seaport, which will be the largest in Nigeria, is expected to boost the state’s economy and create jobs.
Dangote praised Governor Abiodun’s leadership, saying that his vision and policies have made Ogun State an attractive destination for investors.
“I want to commend the governor for his vision and policies, which have created an investor-friendly environment in Ogun State,” Dangote said.
Governor Abiodun welcomed Dangote’s investment in Ogun State, saying that it was a testament to the state’s attractiveness to investors.
“We are glad that Dangote has chosen to invest in Ogun State,” Governor Abiodun said. “This investment will create jobs and boost the state’s economy.”
The governor praised Dangote’s patriotism and his contributions to Nigeria’s economy, saying that his investments have made a significant impact on the country.
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Dangote’s investment in Ogun State is expected to have a significant impact on the state’s economy and create jobs for its citizens.
