The Delta State Government has announced plans to deepen its investment and agricultural development initiatives through high-level engagements with critical stakeholders in Abuja and an international investment mission to Brazil.
Speaking at a media briefing in Asaba on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, the State Commissioner for Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, said the engagements are part of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s administration’s commitment to creating an enabling environment for businesses and investors in the state.
“We will be heading to Abuja for interactions with critical stakeholders and subsequently to Brazil.
“These engagements are designed to consolidate what we have already achieved in building a conducive business climate and to attract more investors into Delta State,” Aniagwu stated.
On his part, the Commissioner for Agriculture and Natural Resources, Barr. Val Arenyeka, highlighted the strategic importance of the planned meetings, especially in tackling agricultural challenges and positioning Delta State as a hub for agribusiness.
He explained that discussions with the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) in Abuja will focus on the Distributed Access to Renewable Energy (DARES) Programme, which aims to provide reliable electricity for rural communities.
According to him, the initiative will enhance agro-processing, particularly in cassava production where power shortages have hindered efficiency.
“In Delta State, we have a surplus of cassava, but processing remains a challenge due to inadequate power supply.
“Through the DARES programme, our rural farmers will be able to process their excess produce, creating a win-win situation for both the state and investors,” Arenyeka noted.
He further disclosed that the Brazil leg of the engagement would leverage the country’s global expertise in agriculture, particularly in livestock, poultry, and large-scale crop production.
“Brazil is one of the largest agricultural exporters in the world, with advanced technology and strong capacity in beef, poultry, and other value chains.
“Our mission is to attract investors who can help us open up more farmlands, build processing plants, transfer expertise, and create jobs for our people,” he said.
The Commissioner added that discussions with Brazilian stakeholders will also cover partnerships in cassava processing, tomato and vegetable cultivation, as well as capacity building for rice production, noting that Delta State already hosts the largest rice mill in Aboh-Ogwashi, with a production capacity of 50 metric tonnes per day.
Also present at the briefing were the Secretary to the State Government, Kingsley Emu; Chief Economic Strategist to the Governor, Dr. Barry Gbe; and the Commissioner for Trade and Investment, Mr. Samuel Oligida.
The government delegation emphasized that these strategic engagements align with the MORE Agenda of the Oborevwori administration, designed to drive economic growth, industrialization, and job creation across Delta State.
