Nigeria
Sector
Infrastructure
Sport
Kwara state government is inviting investors to build facilities at the stadium complex, which is used to host the home matches of Kwara United football club. Built in the late 1970’s, the stadium complex is set for a N1.3-billion makeover in 2010. The state government is in the process of improving and renovating the existing facilities to comply with the guidelines set down by world football body, FIFA.
Investment opportunities
Investors are invited to provide the following facilities:
• Hotel to cater for competitors, officials and supporters
• Motel and camping accommodation for visitors on a budget
• Car wash
• Cinema hall that can also accommodate stage shows
• Supermarket
Reasons to Invest in Kwara State
Labour: Kwara State has an abundant supply of affordable skilled and unskilled
labour.
Incentives: The Kwara State Government is willing to extend a number of incentives to serious investors. These include the provision of land and infrastructure, tax holidays and assistance with obtaining financing.
Market: Kwara State has a population of close to 3 million people. The state is 500 km from Abuja and 300 km from Lagos.
Stable political climate: Since its return to civilian rule in 1999 Nigeria has made significant gains in establishing democracy. Besides a few localised problems in the Niger Delta area, the country is safe and secure to do business.
For further information on this opportunity contact TradeInvestNigeria at infonigeria@gan.co.za
