The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Nasarawa State, Senator Ahmed Wadada Aliyu, has said he travelled to Houston, United States of America, to initiate investment discussions that would translate into concrete projects, job opportunities and economic prosperity for the people of the state.

Wadada made this known while participating in the US–Nigeria Investment and Development Roundtables held at Sweetwater Country Club, Sugar Land, Houston, Texas.

The event was organised by the US Commercial Service, US Department of Commerce, in partnership with WESTPAQ International, and brought together international investors and development partners to explore investment opportunities in Nigeria.

Addressing participants at the opening session, Wadada presented his HEARTS Agenda, outlining his vision for the development of Nasarawa State and identifying key sectors with the potential to drive economic growth.

He highlighted investment opportunities along the Abuja–Karu–Keffi–Akwanga Investment Corridor, describing the route as a strategic economic pathway capable of attracting investments and stimulating development across the state.

The APC candidate also unveiled plans to establish three agricultural and agro-industrial hubs, with one located in each of the state’s three senatorial districts, to promote agricultural productivity, industrialisation and equitable economic development.

He said his administration, if elected, would prioritise attracting strategic investments, expanding economic opportunities and creating jobs for the people of Nasarawa State.

According to him, the state possesses enormous economic potential that must be harnessed and converted into sustainable prosperity through deliberate policies, infrastructure development and strategic partnerships.

Wadada also commended Governor Abdullahi A. Sule for creating an enabling environment for investment and laying the foundation for critical infrastructure development across the state.

He said his vision would build on the existing foundation to deepen investment opportunities and accelerate development.

The governorship hopeful disclosed that the investment engagements in Houston had already yielded encouraging signals, with some investors expressing interest in partnering with the Nasarawa State Government, particularly in critical infrastructure development.

He stressed that his participation in the roundtable was not merely for ceremonial engagements but was aimed at initiating discussions that would produce tangible development outcomes for the state.

“I did not go to Houston for handshakes and photographs. I went to start conversations that will become concrete projects, jobs and opportunities for the people of Nasarawa State. That is the work I am prepared to do,” Wadada said.

He expressed optimism that sustained engagement with international investors and development partners would help unlock Nasarawa’s economic potential and position the state for greater investment, industrial growth and prosperity.