The Kano state government and the Republic or Tunisia has agreed to strengthened bilateral relations, a development that would positively improve the economy of both sides and employment generation.
Mohsen Antit, the Tunisian ambassador to Nigeria in a visit to Kano state government house, Kano said the development is aimed at strengthening the already existing relationship between the republic of Tunisia led by Kais Saied and the Kano state been muslim predominant state and one of the economic hub of the country.
He said Kano is blessed with a lots of potential especially a blessed business community, expressing confident that with the productive discussion with governor Yusuf, a lots will be achieved. “I am very happy with the warm reception i have here today.”
READ ALSO: Kano Committed to Supporting Victims of Spinal Cord Injuries, Special Needs — Waiya
in a remark, the executive governor of Kano state Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf said the visit, which coincides with the ongoing Tunisia-Nigeria Multi-sectoral Economic Forum, aims to foster deeper collaboration in key sectors such as agriculture, infrastructure, culture, and trade.
Welcoming the delegation at Government House, Kano, Governor Yusuf reaffirmed Kano’s position as a leading commercial hub in sub-Saharan Africa.
He emphasized the state’s commitment to building mutually beneficial partnerships, describing Tunisia’s engagement with Kano as a significant step toward strengthening bilateral trade—particularly in agriculture, where both regions hold immense investment potential.
The governor further disclosed that Kano will partner with Tunisia in the areas of garment production, dairy processing, and dyeing industries, leveraging the expertise and resources of both regions to drive economic growth.
To facilitate business interactions, the governor directed the state’s Ministry of Investment, Commerce, and Industries, along with the Ministry of Agriculture, to organize an exhibition showcasing Kano’s economic strengths to the Tunisian delegation.
Governor Yusuf also highlighted the strategic importance of the Kano Dry Port in advancing international trade.
He noted that local businesses were preparing to begin importing goods from Tunisia through the facility, a move expected to boost cross-border commerce.
READ ALSO: Sokoto Senator Offers Scholarships to 30 Orphans, Vulnerable at MAAUN Kano
Expressing gratitude for Tunisia’s hospitality toward 17 Kano entrepreneurs who recently visited the country for business engagements, Governor Yusuf assured that Kano would reciprocate by providing a welcoming environment for Tunisian investors.
To further solidify this partnership, he instructed the Managing Director of the Kano State Investment Promotion Agency (KAN-INVEST) to accompany the ambassador on a tour of key economic sites across the state.