The Zamfara government has partnered Chinese firms to secure advanced surveillance technology and enhance the state’s agriculture, transportation and mining.

This is contained in a statement by Gov Dauda Lawal’s media aide, Suleiman Idris, in Gusau, Zamfara on Wednesday.

The statement said Mr Lawal received a Chinese community of industries in the executive council chamber of the Government House in Gusau.

According to the statement, the Chinese community’s visit was in response to an earlier visit by the Zamfara government delegation to China.

It said that Mr Lawal led a state government delegation on a working visit to China between Feb. 15 and 21, 2025, to collaborate in key sectors.

The delegation engaged with Zhong Zhao International Group, Phoenix Wings, Shenzhen HighGreat Innovation Technology Development Co., Ltd, and Xiamen Magnetic North Technology Co., Ltd while in China.

The statement further said that as a follow-up to the engagement in China, Tang Zhangwei led a group of companies to Zamfara state to foster bilateral collaboration in critical sectors to drive economic growth.

Mr Lawal appreciated the Chinese groups’ efforts to ensure the partnership’s success.

“I want to welcome you to Zamfara State. You are truly welcome. In February, I led a delegation to China to meet with companies in various sectors and explore what they had to offer. It was a very intensive trip.

“We partnered with Zhong Zhao International Group, which specialises in organic fertilizer and mechanised farming.

“They focus on producing organic fertilizers and health technology R&D.

“We signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to train local farmers in organic farming practices, using advanced machinery and technology transfer to establish organic fertilizer plants in Zamfara State.

“The Zamfara delegation partnered with Phoenix Wings, a Chinese firm specializing in security surveillance technology, including drones.

“Together, they will develop strategies to deploy advanced systems addressing banditry, kidnapping, and security challenges in Zamfara State.

“In our meeting with the Shenzhen HighGreat Innovation Technology Development Co., Ltd, we discussed Innovation, Robotics, and Drone Display Technology.

“We engaged Xiamen Magnetic North Technology Co., Ltd. and Xiamen King Long United Automobile Industry Co., Ltd.

“Proposals were made to develop modern transport hubs and introduce mass transit systems to improve mobility within and outside the state.

“Additionally, we held a successful meeting with WEICAI LOVOL International Trading Company, which focuses on Smart Agriculture, Integrated Management Platforms, and Tractors.

“The Zamfara delegation met with the Tibet Ming Company to discuss increased investment in mining, emphasizing sustainable practices, social responsibility, and modern technology to enhance mineral exploration in Zamfara State,” Mr Lawal said.

Earlier, the secretary to the Zamfara government, Abubakar Nakwada, who was part of the state’s delegation to China, highlighted the achievements of their working visit.

He said: “We had a very productive working visit to China, and the outcome is evident today with the arrival of a high-level group of companies in Zamfara State.”

(NAN)