Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State, has pledged to create a business-friendly environment to attract more investors to the state.
The Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Fred Itua in a statement indicated that during an inspection of a private steel manufacturing company in Ogua Community, Ikpoba-Okha Local Government Area, on Tuesday, the governor lauded the company’s contributions to job creation and economic growth.
“We appreciate your investment in Edo. Your contributions to employment and the economy are invaluable, and we are committed to ensuring businesses thrive,” Okpebholo said.
He urged the company to promote Edo indigenes to management positions and fulfill their corporate social responsibility to the community.
Frank Wang, Managing Director of the company, representing Chairman Xianghai Zhang, congratulated the governor on his inauguration and pledged to collaborate with his administration to attract more investors.
“We will work with you to create a business-friendly environment and drive economic development,” Wang said.
Governor Okpebholo reiterated his administration’s focus on partnerships to foster economic growth and sustainable development in Edo State.