By Ayodele Oni
Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has explained that the state stands to gain a lot from its partnership with both foreign and local entrepreneurs.
The Governor stated that “Our arms are open to embrace new investors from within and outside Nigeria. We’ll continue to do what we can do for our economy to grow for the benefit of our people.”
The Governor made the remark while receiving the Ambassador of Czech Republic to Nigeria, Krejci Zdenek, in his office in Akure.
He said that the synergy was a strategic diplomatic engagement aimed at enhancing economic growth, technological transfer, and international cooperation.
Aiyedatiwa, reaffirmed his administration’s readiness to partner with global investors and entrepreneurs, particularly the Czech Republic, to unlock the state’s vast economic potential.
The Governor also vowed that his administration will continue to provide an enabling environment for investors to come around to do their businesses with ease.
He said: “We have to govern to provide stable political environment and conducive economic environment for the people to operate. We are providing a legal system that supports businesses and investments.
Governor Aiyedatiwa, who thanked the Ambassador for the visit to Ondo State, promised that his administration is fully ready to partner with Czech Republic anytime.
Earlier, Ambassador Krejci Zdenek noted that Czech Republic is a country with a very old industrial tradition from the end of the 19th century, adding that the country is very strong in machinery, including equipment for agriculture.
He expressed optimism about the prospects of cooperation with Ondo State, stressing that the Czech Republic is eager to contribute to Nigeria’s development by offering expertise in areas such as modern agricultural machinery, construction technologies, and renewable energy solutions.
He added that Ondo State stands out due to its natural resources, governance structure, and evident political will.
“We believe a strategic alliance with Ondo State will yield mutual benefits and contribute meaningfully to your developmental agenda,” the Ambassador told the governor.
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