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From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja
The Nasarawa State Government has taken another bold step to attract investors into the state as it hosted a high-powered delegation from the Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission (NIPC) and Core International, a natural resources consultancy firm.
The meeting, held under the coordination of the Nasarawa State Investment and Development Agency (NASIDA), focused on using modern technology to strengthen investment profiling and project promotion in the state.
According to a statement released to journalists in Abuja, the visit was part of the ongoing NIPC and Core International National Programme, aimed at boosting investment inflows into Nigeria through the use of digital technology and targeted global outreach.
Key discussions during the engagement revolved around the use of the i-MINE digital platform, improving data generation, and setting up effective project preparation mechanisms to make Nasarawa more attractive to investors.
The statement explained that Core International would deploy Thermovision (TVT) technology as part of its data generation strategy. The advanced system, it said, would allow the exploration of large areas within a short time to identify mineral deposits, produce 3D models of mineral-rich zones, and provide accurate geological maps to de-risk projects and lure investors.
Governor Abdullahi Sule, while welcoming the delegation, lauded the NIPC and Core International for selecting Nasarawa as one of the focus states under the programme.
He assured that his administration remains open and ready to support genuine investors willing to contribute to the development of the state.
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“Nasarawa is investable in several sectors — agriculture, mining, and now oil and gas,” the governor said. “This partnership with NASIDA is strategic and forward-looking, and it aligns perfectly with our vision for sustainable growth.”
Speaking on behalf of Core International, the Platform Director, Archi Troko, commended NASIDA and the state government for their proactive approach to investment readiness.
“We had a very fruitful meeting with the NASIDA team. Together, we identified key challenges in project preparation and offered practical solutions. Nasarawa is showing the seriousness needed to attract real capital, and we are ready to support its efforts fully,” he stated.
The visit ended on a high note with the selection of a number of high-profile projects from Nasarawa for inclusion in the National Investment Programme, a move seen as a major milestone in the state’s quest to become one of Nigeria’s top investment destinations.
The NIPC and Core International teams are expected to continue the working mission in other states soon.
The statement added that the national programme is open to both public and private projects seeking technical and investment promotion support. Interested investors can reach the organisers through [email protected]
