By Daniel Tyokua
The Federal Capital Territory Administration has said its doors are open for more investors to set up industries that would boost the economy.
FCT permanent secretary, Mr Olusade Adesola stated this when the high Commissioner of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh, His Excellency, Mr. Masudur Rahman visited him in his office in Abuja.
In a statement at the weekend, by Tony Odey Press Secretary to the permanent secretary, said the areas that investors can take advantage include the Abuja Rail Mass Transit System, pharmaceutical, waste management, mass housing, tourism, agriculture, human capacity development and ICT.
It said the administration is expecting deep pockets investors from Bangladesh in the areas of agricultural, pharmaceutical, green project, among others, in the nation’s capital city to boost the economy of the territory.
Adesola explained that Nigeria and Bangladesh had enjoyed robust bilateral relations since the establishment of the diplomatic affairs between both countries in 1972.
He further revealed that both Nigeria and Bangladesh share similar values and ideals as members of the United Nations, on-Aligned Movement, the D-8 Group, respectively.
On his part, the High Commissioner, assured the Permanent Secretary that Bangladesh investors are willing to bring massive investments in the areas of agriculture, pharmaceutical, green project and textile industry to FCT.
Rahman further remarked that Bangladesh Government will always welcome initiative that can boost the relationship between the People’s Republic of Bangladesh and the FCT Administration.
On peace and stability across the world, the Ambassador revealed that presently Bangladesh is the highest contributor of peace keeping operations in the world.
