The Abia State Government has disclosed that a group of Turkish investors have signalled strong interest in multiple sectors of the state’s economy ahead of the forthcoming Abia–Türkiye Investment Summit and Product Exhibition. Their investment focus spans agriculture, textiles, furniture production, manufacturing, renewable energy, and construction.
This revelation came from the Special Adviser to the Governor on Investment Promotion and Public-Private Partnerships, Jerome Green-Amakwe, during a media briefing in Lagos on Tuesday. The session was organised in partnership with Vega Growing Global Group, one of the summit’s strategic collaborators.
Green-Amakwe explained that the summit,organised through the Abia State Ministry of Trade and Commerce is set to take place in Umuahia later in November under the theme “Bridging Continents, Unlocking Prosperity.” He described the event as a high-level platform designed to deepen trade relations between Abia and Turkey, attract foreign direct investments, and strengthen industrial cooperation.
“We are pleased to confirm that over 40 Turkish investors have expressed interest in participating,” Green-Amakwe revealed. “Their attention is centred on agriculture, textiles, furniture manufacturing, renewable energy, and construction. These ventures collectively represent investments worth millions of dollars, which translate into billions in potential economic value for Abia State.”
As Chairman of the TURAB 2025 Steering Committee, Green-Amakwe noted that the state has formalised a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Vega Growing Global Enterprise to guarantee the seamless execution of the summit. He reaffirmed the Alex Otti administration’s determination to position Abia as a premier investment hub in Nigeria by fostering an environment conducive to business growth and innovation.
“Our goal is to build an ecosystem where both local and international investors can thrive,” he remarked. “Through this summit, we intend to create opportunities in agro-processing, energy, infrastructure, fashion, and logistics. Dedicated business-to-business sessions will also link global investors with local entrepreneurs to encourage strategic partnerships and joint ventures.”
He further disclosed that the government is engaging various chambers of commerce and industry across Lagos, Kano, and Abuja to encourage broad participation and business alignment.
The Commissioner for Trade and Commerce, Dr. Salome Obiukwu, reaffirmed the state’s readiness for the event, noting that Governor Alex Otti remains steadfast in his pursuit of economic revitalisation, industrial advancement, and people-centred growth.
“Abia is on a clear path to transformation,” Obiukwu affirmed. “We warmly invite investors, development partners, and business leaders to explore the vast opportunities our state offers. Under Governor Otti’s leadership, Abia is becoming a dynamic centre for innovation, trade, and sustainable progress.”
The Managing Director of Vega Growing Global, Eniola Ojajuni, hailed Abia as the emerging investment destination of the South-East, praising the governor’s infrastructure renewal efforts and policy direction.
Also, Vega Group’s Director of Projects, John Onyemachi, emphasised the inclusion of Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) at the summit. He explained that Turkish investors are not only pursuing new ventures but are also committed to reviving dormant industries through technical collaborations, skills transfer, and financial support.
“Our approach is to revitalise underperforming industries while introducing new investment streams,” Onyemachi noted. “By combining technical expertise and capital, we can stimulate industrial renewal, job creation, and long-term economic sustainability in Abia State.”
