Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed has appointed Mr. Li Zhensheng, a Chinese national and Chairman of the China Global Promotion Cooperation Research Centre, as Economic Adviser to the state government. The announcement was made during the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Bauchi State and the China Global Promotion Cooperation Research Centre.
The partnership aims to transform Bauchi into a hub for international cooperation, driving investments and infrastructure development in sectors such as agriculture, education, healthcare, manufacturing, mining, oil and gas, and trade. Under the agreement, Bauchi will establish a representative office in China to oversee ongoing projects and ensure timely delivery.
Governor Mohammed noted that the collaboration aligns with the diplomatic relationship between President Xi Jinping of China and President Bola Tinubu of Nigeria. The partnership is expected to attract foreign direct investment, create jobs, enhance skills, modernize key economic sectors, and raise the global profile of Bauchi State.
Li Zhensheng pledged to mobilize resources and leverage his experience to support Bauchi’s sustainable growth, promising the development of modern infrastructure and improved livelihoods for the people of the state. This strategic appointment demonstrates Bauchi’s commitment to embracing global economic opportunities and fostering bilateral initiatives that can accelerate the state’s economic transformation.