Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has appointed a Chinese national, Mr Li Zhensheng, as the new Economic Adviser to help grow the state’s economy and attract more international investment.
The appointment was announced on Thursday at the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Bauchi State and the China Global Promotion Cooperation Research Centre.
Governor Mohammed said the partnership would help make Bauchi a rising centre of international cooperation.
“This agreement is not just about infrastructure — it’s about transforming lives. We are opening Bauchi to the world,” he declared.
He explained that the long-term partnership is expected to bring in more investment and development in key areas including agriculture, education, healthcare, manufacturing, mining, oil and gas, and trade.
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The MoU provides a framework for cooperation, with different project agreements to be designed as needed. As part of the deal, Bauchi State will open a representative office in China to oversee projects and ensure they are completed on time.
The governor said the move supports the growing diplomatic ties between President Xi Jinping of China and President Bola Tinubu of Nigeria and will strengthen connections between both countries at the state and national levels.
Mr Li Zhensheng, who is Chairman of the China Global Promotion Cooperation Research Centre, promised to use global networks and resources to support Bauchi’s development.
“We are committed to helping Bauchi achieve sustainable growth, modern infrastructure, and improved livelihoods,” he said.
Governor Mohammed added that the collaboration would increase foreign investment, create jobs, improve skills, modernise important sectors, and raise Bauchi’s image on the global stage.