On Monday, September 1st, 2025, Hon. Iheanyi Frank Chinasa, Chief Liaison/ National Assembly Liaison Officer, represented Governor Dr. Alex Otti at a high-level Business Dinner with the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) at the prestigious Transcorp Hilton in Abuja. The event was convened by Hon. Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, in honor of the visiting Vice President of the Islamic Development Bank, Mr. Rami Ahmad.
The Business Dinner brought together top government officials, industry leaders, development partners, and private sector stakeholders to discuss strengthening collaboration with the IsDB in areas such as economic growth, infrastructure development, and investment opportunities across Nigeria.
Speaking at the event, Hon Chinasa reiterated Governor Otti’s Commitment to creating an enabling environment for partnerships that will accelerate Abia State’s economic transformation agenda, stressing that the New Abia administration remains open to collaborations that promote industrialization, job creation, and sustainable development.
He appreciated the Islamic Development Bank for their support and provision of facilities aimed at deepening the socio-economic developmental agenda of the state.
Abia State’s participation in this gathering underscores the administration’s proactive engagement in attracting international investments and development partnerships that align with its vision of building a modern, prosperous, and business-friendly Abia.
The event was attended by eminent personalities, including the Minister of Finance, the Vice President of the Islamic Development Bank, and the President of the Nigerian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, among other distinguished stakeholders.
