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FG urges Simba group to establish manufacturing plant in Nigeria

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The Federal Government has urged Simba Group to establish a manufacturing plant in the country to create more job opportunities for citizens.
Sen. Omotayo Alasoadura, Minister of State, Labour and Productivity, gave the advice at the inauguration of the Show Room for TVS motor products, a service centre of the organisation, in Abuja.
NAN reports that the Simba group, established in 1988, is the maker of tricycles popularly known as `Keke’, Okada, and Luminous inverter.
Alasoadura said the products of simba were all over Nigeria, but Nigerians had not benefitted enough from the group.
“I believe that in the whole of Africa, Nigeria will be your biggest market and if that is so can’t you come back here and start manufacturing these products.
“We have the manpower, we have the land and our electricity is improving.
“In the past I would not ask you to come because I know power is very important.
“But with what the Federal Government is doing power is improving every day and it will continue to improve; in fact, you can do anything you are doing in India here.
“It will pay you more; you will empower more people, you will employ more people; Nigeria will be happy with you and Nigerians will also be happy with you.”
Alasoadura noted that such increased partnership would be more beneficial to all parties concerned.
For his part, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Agriculture, Dr Bello Tambuwal said the ministry would continue to work with group in the area of agriculture.
“The Simba group has been our very good partner in agriculture, particularly in areas of irrigation machineries and assembling.
“It has been very good in the development of Agric products and other Agric businesses; it has incorporated research in new technologies, capacity building and transfer of technology in Nigeria.”
Tambuwal also reiterated the minister’s call for the establishment of factories in Nigeria to employ more Nigerians.
In his speech, Dr Nasiru Argungu, Director-General, National Directorate of Employment, said the group had achieved a lot as far as training `Okada’ riders was concerned, especially on how to care for their ‘keke’.
Argungu said that the company had helped in adding value to the agriculture value chain by manufacturing a machine that does not need electricity to process farm products.
He noted that simba group was making it easier for the directorate to achieve the mandate given to it by the government on job creation through infrastructural skills technology.
Chief Vinay Grover, Managing Director of Simba Group said: “Automobiles today have reached a level where people have to provide good after sales service.
“If you have vehicles which are broken down and are not repaired on time, then everybody,  including the fleet owners and the riders, are at a loss.”
He said the flagship centre was meant to provide round the clock service, through call centres, within minutes.
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Enthusiasts Praise Ghana’s Meteoric Progress at African Games, Sport Minister Applauded for Visionary Leadership

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Ghana’s remarkable ascent in the African Games has sparked widespread acclaim from sports enthusiasts and stakeholders alike. The nation’s stunning leap from 15th place in the previous edition to an impressive 6th place in 2024 has captured the attention of the sports community, highlighting Ghana’s burgeoning potential and the transformative leadership of its Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Mustapha Ussif.

Under Minister Ussif’s visionary leadership, Ghana’s sports industry has undergone a profound renaissance, marked by unprecedented achievements in grassroots development and infrastructure growth. The Minister’s strategic initiatives have not only revitalized the sporting landscape but have also positioned Ghana as a beacon of excellence on the African continent.

The recent success at the African Games is a testament to Ghana’s commitment to fostering talent at all levels. Through innovative programs and investments in youth development, Minister Ussif has cultivated a fertile environment for nurturing emerging athletes, paving the way for their seamless transition into senior sports teams.

Furthermore, Ghana’s hosting of the African Games in 2023 underscores the nation’s dedication to expanding its infrastructure base and solidifying its status as a regional sports hub. The prospect of hosting this prestigious event not only promises to elevate Ghana’s profile on the international stage but also presents unparalleled opportunities for economic growth and societal advancement.

Speaking on Ghana’s remarkable achievement, Minister Mustapha Ussif expressed his gratitude to all stakeholders and affirmed his commitment to further advancing the nation’s sports agenda.

He stated, “The remarkable progress we have witnessed at the African Games is a testament to the collective efforts of our athletes, coaches, administrators, and supporters. I am immensely proud of what we have accomplished together, and I am confident that Ghana’s journey to sporting excellence has only just begun.”

On the eve of the closing ceremony alone, Ghana clinched eight gold medals, winning the ultimate prize in women’s hockey, 200m men’s athletics event, high jump, men’s football event, and four boxing gold medals in boxing. All in one night.

Ghana also made history by becoming the first country to win god in both men’s and women’s football events at the Games.

The closing ceremony of the Games saw star performances from star acts such as Stonebwoy, Stanley Enow, Wiyaala, Innoss’B, amongst others.

As Ghana continues its upward trajectory in the realm of sports, the nation stands poised to achieve even greater milestones under the visionary leadership of President Nana Akufo-Addo and Sports minister, Mustapha Ussif.

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