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Kano govt pledges strengthened economic ties with Tunisia

Governor Abba Yusuf has pledged to strengthen economic ties between the state and Tunisia, focusing on agriculture, infrastructure, culture and trade.

• February 4, 2025
Kano Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf (Credit: Facebook)
Kano Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf(Credit: Facebook)

Governor Abba Yusuf has pledged to strengthen economic ties between the state and Tunisia, focusing on agriculture, infrastructure, culture and trade.

He stated this during a courtesy visit by the Tunisian ambassador to Nigeria, Mohsen Antit.

The visit coincided with the ongoing Tunisia-Nigeria Multi-sectoral Economic Forum.

This was disclosed in a statement by his media aide, Sunusi Dawakin Tofa, on Monday.

Mr Yusuf reaffirmed the position of the state as a leading commercial hub in sub-Saharan Africa, underscoring its commitment to building mutually beneficial partnerships.

He highlighted the engagement between Kano and Tunisia as a significant step towards strengthening bilateral trade, particularly in agriculture.

The governor said that plans were underway to partner Tunisia in garment production, dairy processing and dye industry, leveraging expertise and resources to drive economic growth.

An exhibition showcasing Kano’s economic strength would be organised for the Tunisian delegation to facilitate business interactions. Mr Yusuf also highlighted the strategic importance of the Kano Dry Port in advancing international trade.

(NAN)

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