Nigeria, Feb. 21 -- A delegation of Chinese investors has expressed interest in partnering with the Niger State Government to boost development in the agriculture and mining sectors.

The delegation leader made this known on Thursday during Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago's courtesy visit to former Vice President Mohammed Namadi Sambo at his office in Abuja.

He stated that the investors could provide various services, including consultancy, to support the state's key initiatives, particularly in agriculture and road infrastructure.

The leader of the Chinese investors explained that they chose Niger State for this partnership because of its leading role in agricultural development and its vast mineral deposits.

He further mentioned that th...