*Calls for post-summit investment partnerships*Proposes dress code for future investment summits to drive jobs
By Babajide Komolafe, Economy Editor & Egufe Yafugborhi, Ochuko Akuopha
ASABA—Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State has called for deeper economic collaboration between Delta and Anambra states, describing both as natural “twin growth hubs” capable of driving regional prosperity, while urging organisers of investment summits to focus on concrete business deals rather than speeches. He also proposed a “Made-in-Nigeria” dress code for future investment summits to stimulate local manufacturing and create millions of jobs.
Speaking at the Delta State Economic and Investment Summit in Asaba, Soludo said: “With the completion of the Second Niger Bridge, Delta and Anambra have effectively become twin states, much like New York and New Jersey. We should institutionalise our relationship beyond personal friendships by creating working groups that will promote economic cooperation.”
According to him, “There are many areas where Anambra can learn from Delta, and many areas where Delta can learn from Anambra. We are building a new commercial and industrial city powered by an aerotropolis, and I see several areas where our development strategies align. We should build synergies rather than compete unnecessarily.”
