The Taraba State Government has announced plans to host the Taraba State International Investment Summit (Taravest 2025) on May 21 in Jalingo, as part of efforts to unlock the state’s vast investment opportunities, especially in agriculture, mining, and energy.
Commissioner for Information and Reorientation, Zainab Jalingo, made this known in a statement on Tuesday, highlighting the state’s comparative advantages and reaffirming the administration’s commitment to attracting both local and foreign investors.
She described Taraba as a state rich in natural resources and human capital, noting that its agricultural base, mineral deposits, and vibrant youth population are strong assets for economic growth.
“Taraba’s comparative advantages in agriculture and mining, supported by a young and dynamic population, constitute a compelling proposition for both local and foreign investors,” Jalingo said.
She added that Governor Agbu Kefas-led administration has focused on improving these sectors and enhancing the investment climate to position Taraba as a leading investment hub in the North-East region.
“Taraba has become the most preferred investment destination in Nigeria’s North-East, owing to its deliberate investments in the security of lives and property, its strategic economic positioning, and the abundance of natural resources,” she said.
The 2025 summit is themed “Unlocking Taraba’s Investment Potentials: Advancing Agriculture, Energy, Mining, and Industrialisation for Sustainable Growth and Development.” It will serve as a platform to showcase the state’s economic prospects and connect investors with opportunities in key sectors.
Jalingo said Taravest would feature sectoral analyses, financial strategy sessions, and panel discussions led by renowned economists, business leaders, and key stakeholders in government. She also noted that the event would provide insight into Taraba’s macroeconomic outlook, investment policies, and ongoing efforts to improve the ease of doing business.
According to her, infrastructure development and administrative reforms have boosted investor confidence in the state.
“The summit will also highlight the reforms being implemented to create a business-friendly environment and showcase projects and partnerships already in motion,” she explained.
Jalingo called on both domestic and foreign investors to take advantage of the state’s natural endowments, workforce, and policy framework to participate in sustainable development and wealth creation.
Taraba State is known for its fertile land suitable for crops such as tea, coffee, maize, rice, and cassava, as well as untapped deposits of solid minerals including barite, bauxite, and limestone. The government hopes that the summit will open new avenues for development in these areas and drive long-term industrialisation.
