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Engr.Ibrahim Shehu Gusau Picks Zamfara PDP Governorship Form

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4 years ago

March 30, 2022

In his quest to give the good people of Zamfara state a new hope amidst the current state of banditry,kidnapping and economic woes being witnessed in the state,Engr.Ibrahim Shehu Gusau
on Tuesday picked the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governorship nomination form at the Party’s headquarters in Abuja.

Gusau who was denied the party’s ticket in 2019 despite being favourite,has constantly maintained that the economic and social well being of the good people of Zamfara state is non negotiable.

Speaking to Journalists in Abuja,the Sports Administrator said the people of his state deserve freedom,peace and security;which can only be championed by a true leader.

“The good people of Zamfara state need freedom,peace and security.At moment,these ingredients have become strangers to my people,and it is against the backdrop of these challenges,and with every sense of modesty,I am offering my self to serve the good people of Zamfara state. The economic and social well being of my people is non negotiable.The freedom,peace and security of my people can only be championed by a true leader.”Gusau stated

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Ogunlesi backs Tinubu reforms as FIRS chairman Adedeji highlights export-led economy

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8 hours ago

October 6, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

After a high-level meeting with President Bola Tinubu in Abuja, Nigerian-born global investor Adebayo Ogunlesi expressed renewed confidence in the country’s economic reforms, indicating potential mega investments across energy, aviation, and port sectors.

He was joined in that optimism by Zacch Adedeji, Executive Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), who stressed that the reforms were laying the groundwork for an export-driven economy.

Speaking to journalists after the closed-door meeting, Ogunlesi praised the sweeping policy changes under Tinubu’s administration, including the removal of subsidies, tax reforms, and the revival of a refinery already exporting aviation fuel.

“We had an excellent meeting where we discussed how to put Nigeria front and center for international investment. The President was very encouraging, and we shared useful suggestions on driving economic growth,” Ogunlesi said.
Although he declined to reveal specific details, Ogunlesi confirmed that his firm is actively investing in Nigeria and assessing new opportunities.

“Watch this space. Nigeria is not yet the most exciting investment destination, but that’s what we are working on,” he teased.

Pressed on the sectors of interest, Ogunlesi highlighted energy, gas, aviation, ports, and renewables. Drawing on his firm’s experience with LNG projects in Texas and Australia, he noted Nigeria’s massive untapped gas reserves.

On aviation, he acknowledged his reputation as “the guy who bought Gatwick Airport” and signaled interest in similar ventures locally.
He also admitted that one of his companies operates ports in Cotonou and Lomé but none in Nigeria, a point Tinubu reportedly challenged him on.

“He forgave me but said, ‘you have to bring port investment to Nigeria,’” Ogunlesi recounted with a smile.

International investor Hakeem Bello-Osagie, who was also present, underscored the importance of diaspora participation in Nigeria’s growth story.
“When Nigerians at home and abroad invest in Nigeria, it sends a strong signal to the world,” he said, lauding Tinubu’s policies for making the country “investable.”

Echoing the sentiment, FIRS chairman Adedeji described the reforms as the foundation for an export-led economy.

“We’ve done the fundamentals, and now it is time to deliver growth,” he said.

With global players signaling confidence, the momentum for Nigeria’s economic repositioning is gaining ground, setting the stage for transformative investments in key industries.

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