Brazilian meat processing firm mulls investment in Kebbi livestock sector

JBS S.A. a Brazilian multinational company, one of the largest meat processing firm, will visit Kebbi state on Dec. 9, to evaluate potential areas of collaboration and investment on livestock enterprise.

The Kebbi Commissioner for Animal Health, Husbandry and Fisheries, Kabiru Usman-Alaramma, made this known while briefing newsmen in Birnin Kebbi on Sunday.

“Today, I am here to share exciting development, which is a result of a trip earlier this year to Brazil by a delegation from Kebbi, led by our Deputy Governor, Sen. Umar Abubakar-Tafida. During that trip, discussions centered on investment opportunities in livestock development.

“We are now poised to bring those conversations to fruition. The Brazilian delegation, accompanied by officials from the Nigeria ln Investment Promotion Commission (NIPC), will explore avenues for investment and collaboration in livestock development, meat processing, and animal health in the state,” he said.

Usman-Alaramma explained that, with its vast reputation as a key hub for livestock activities in Africa, the state was emerging to be seen worldwide as a priority destination for serious investors.

“During the visit, the team from NIPC to be headed by the Executive Secretary and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Hajiya Aisha Rimi and the Brazilian investors will pay a courtesy call on Gov. Nasir Idris and also visit key areas of livestock development to look at areas of interest and do the necessary evaluation.

“The visit underscores the ongoing success of Gov. Idris’ leadership, which has focused on fostering partnerships and securing Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), that attracts both local and international investment,” he said.

The commissioner called on the people of the state to continue supporting Gov. Idris’ administration, saying, “Your prayers and support are crucial as we continue working toward sustainable growth and development for the state.”

On Nov. 30, there was a similar visit to Kebbi by Indonesian Ambassador to Nigeria, Dr. Usra Harahap, aimed at assisting Nigeria achieve 60 and 40 per cent increase in milk and meat production respectively, in the next five years. 

NAN