Governor Biodun Oyebanji of Ekiti State has said that his administration will partner with the Belgium government to bring about the creation of wealth in the State, News About Nigeria reports.
He disclosed this while speaking during a meeting with the Belgium Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr Pieter Leenknegt, at the Belgium Embassy in Abuja, on Wednesday.
He noted that his administration will work towards building blocks for mutual bilateral relationships between the state and developed countries around the world to turn around the fortunes of its citizens.
According to him, potential areas of collaboration were discussed during the meeting, adding that the state government has a clear vision of opportunities in the areas of ecosystem innovation, technology, renewable energy, environmental management, agricultural production and exportation as well as intellectual capacity development for wealth creation.
“Our vision for Ekiti State is clear. Despite the various challenges, indices and factors being that we are landlocked, we are committed to exploring and leveraging opportunities in ecosystem innovation, technology, renewable energy, and agricultural production. Collaboration with developed nations is crucial for the actualization of our 30-year development plan and ensure sustainable growth and prosperity for our people,”
“Our vision for Ekiti State is clear. Despite the various challenges, indices and factors being that we are landlocked, we are committed to exploring and leveraging opportunities in ecosystem innovation, technology, renewable energy, and agricultural production. Collaboration with developed nations is crucial for the actualization of our 30-year development plan and ensure sustainable growth and prosperity for our people,” he stated.
Oyebanji was accompanied by some of the state officials, including Commissioner for Budget, Economic Planning and Performance Management, Mr Niyi Adebayo; and Commissioner for Finance, Mr Akin Oyebode, and DG Office of Partnership, Biodun Oyeleye.
