Yesterday Tuesday ,22 Oct 2024 Enugu State Governor, Dr. Peter Mbah, flagged off the construction of the Nortra Tractor Assembly Plant and Service Centre, a huge investment by ODK Group of Denmark, in Enugu City.
Speaking on the event for the Nortra Tractors Plant and Service Centre, Governor Mbah said that the significance of this development in achieving his administration’s goal of growing the state’s economy from $4.4 billion to $30 billion.
This is not just a symbolic act; it is a concrete step toward realizing our dream of having at least 1,000 tractors in Enugu State by next year,”
“We have placed an order for 1,000 tractors, but only 200 will be imported fully assembled. The remaining 800 will be assembled here in Enugu, which will stimulate our economy and create employment.”
We will continue to provide the basic amenities, infrastructure, and security needed for investments to thrive.”
Gov Mbah said Enugu is positioning itself as a premier destination for investors, but this will only happen by creating an enabling environment.
Governor Mbah also commissioned the New-Watson Doors Industry in Nachi. He mentioned how the company was not sure about where to invest in 2023, but eventually chose Enugu due to his administration’s efforts to make the state an attractive destination for investors.
“We are committed to creating an enabling environment for investors to succeed. We will also patronize local businesses, ensuring that we source materials for key projects, such as our 260 Smart Green Schools and 260 Type 2 Healthcare Centers, from within the state,
” Mbah said, urging other investors, particularly from China and other regions, to consider Enugu for their investments.
The CEO of New-Watson, Chen Shando thanked Gov Mbah for the support received from his administration and people of Enugu State.
Adaora Chukwu, Commissioner for Trade, Investment, and Industry that this was ODK Group’s first investment in Africa. Saying that this would significantly boost agricultural production in the state.
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