Nigeria: Akwa Ibom State, OCP Africa, NSIA Set to Promote Cooperation in Agricultural Sector

Strengthening cooperation in the field of agriculture was at the heart of recent discussions between Akwa Ibom State, in southeastern Nigeria, OCP Africa, a subsidiary of the OCP Group, world leader in the production and export of phosphates, and the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA).

The strategic meeting was held at the request of the Akwa Ibom State Government.

The meeting between Akwa Ibom State, OCP Africa Nigeria team, and NSIA, was aimed at discussing the progress of ongoing industrial projects and strengthening collaboration in the field of agriculture.

The meeting, attended by senior government officials of Ibom State and representatives of the two companies, was highly productive.

The Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Umo Eno, expressed his sincere thanks to OCP Africa for the various actions previously carried out in the region, noting that previous projects and initiatives had made a significant contribution to the economic and social development of the State.

The Akwa Ibom State government also expressed its willingness to further strengthen this fruitful collaboration.

At the meeting, the parties exchanged information on the progress of the ongoing industrial project in Akwa Ibom State, adding that significant progress had been made.

All parties are committed to continuing to work together to ensure the successful completion of this major project.