Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa has invited British investors to leverage the state’s vast resources, including its position as Nigeria’s top cocoa producer (40% of national output), bitumen, gold, gas, and the country’s longest coastline, while pledging full government support through a one-stop investment office and enhanced security.
Speaking during a courtesy visit by British Deputy High Commissioner Jonny Baxter at the Governor’s Office in Akure on Wednesday, Aiyedatiwa highlighted Ondo’s 5.3 million population, 15,500 sq km landmass, and ₦5.1 trillion GDP—ranking seventh nationally.
“This is the land of cocoa. From cocoa, Chief Awolowo built Africa’s first TV station and Cocoa House. We’re still leading,” he said, adding that a deep-seaport project will unlock the blue economy and boost exports.
The governor praised President Tinubu’s reforms for stabilizing the economy and enabling better state finances, while assuring investors of streamlined processes and safety.
“We’ve set up a one-stop shop—from documentation to operations,” he noted.
Baxter welcomed the partnership shift from aid to investment, citing British International Investment’s $40 million injection into JohnVents for cocoa plantation rehabilitation.
“Our relationship is now one of equals, focused on mutual prosperity,” he said, expressing keen interest in agriculture, infrastructure, and trade collaboration.
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