Oyo State is fast emerging as a strategic hub for investment in Nigeria, with its fertile land, a dynamic population, and a strong commitment to economic transformation. Under the leadership of H.E. Seyi Makinde, the Governor of Oyo State, the government has placed agriculture at the centre of its growth agenda, while also unlocking opportunities in other areas such as critical minerals and broader industrial development.
The Oyo State-focused Investment Roundtable will provide a platform for dialogue between the Governor of Oyo State and senior executives from the UAE investor and business communities. The goal of this engagement is to position Oyo State as a premier investment destination, highlighting its agricultural potential, from agri-processing and value chains to export opportunities, while also showcasing emerging prospects in the minerals sector. At the core of these opportunities lies infrastructure development as the critical enabler, driving connectivity, energy access, logistics, and industrial growth to accelerate investment across all priority sectors.
In addition, the roundtable will facilitate high-level discussions on Oyo’s growth trajectory, strategies to attract sustainable capital, and building long-term partnerships that support the State’s vision for inclusive and resilient development.
Unlocking Oyo State’s Investment Potential
Join H.E. Oluseyi Makinde, Executive Governor of Oyo State, Nigeria and his senior delegation at The Africa Debate – UAE 2025 for a high-level dialogue on trade and investment opportunities.
Why Oyo State?
Agro-Processing Powerhouse:
Oyo is one of Nigeria’s leading agricultural states, contributing significantly to national food security. The AfDB-backed Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zone (SAPZ) is positioned to attract hundreds of millions of dollars in investment, driving large-scale value addition in crops such as cassava, maize, rice, and soybeans. (https://afdb.africa-newsroom.com/press/nigeria-expands-agroindustrial-footprint-with-new-processing-hub-in-oyo-state?lang=en)First Sub-National with AfCFTA Implementation Strategy:
Oyo has become the first state in Africa to develop and adopt an AfCFTA Sub-National Implementation Strategy, unlocking opportunities for intra-African trade valued at over $3.4 trillion annually.Critical Minerals on the Rise:
The state is rich in mineral resources including lithium, gold, marble, and granite, with increasing global demand positioning Oyo as a frontier hub for critical minerals investment.Led by a Dynamic Delegation:
H.E. Governor Makinde will lead a senior state delegation including investment promotion officials and key sector leaders, committed to engaging investors and forging long-term partnerships.SEZ Opportunities & Incentives:
Investors can access Special Economic Zones (SEZs) offering attractive tax breaks, duty-free import of equipment, and incentives to boost competitiveness in manufacturing, processing, and logistics.
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