Vice President Kashim Shettima has challenged Nigeria’s sub-nationals to take charge of the country’s economic growth by unlocking their local strengths.
He made the call while delivering his address during the two-day Jigawa State Economic and Investment Summit, J-INVEST 2026, held on Wednesday at the Banquet Hall, Government House, Dutse, the Jigawa State capital,
The VP, who also declared the summit open before a large gathering of investors from across Nigeria and abroad, said the real power of Nigeria’s federation will be seen when every state rises economically.
“The strength of our federation is measured not by the wealth of the centre alone, but by the awakening of its constituent parts,” he stated, stressing further that “Nigeria is richly blessed, with mineral resources spread across almost every state.”
According to him, no state has an excuse not to grow. “Every state must harness its resources, talent, and opportunities to achieve growth,” the VP said.
