Kebbi, MSM Group target 45,000 jobs with cement plant

The Kebbi State Government has entered into a strategic partnership with MSM Group of Companies to establish a state-of-the-art cement plant, with a target to generate 45,000 jobs and accelerate economic growth in the state. Speaking at the signing ceremony, yesterday in Abuja, Governor Nasir Idris said the project is a major breakthrough for economic […]

The Kebbi State Government has entered into a strategic partnership with MSM Group of Companies to establish a state-of-the-art cement plant, with a target to generate 45,000 jobs and accelerate economic growth in the state.

Speaking at the signing ceremony, yesterday in Abuja, Governor Nasir Idris said the project is a major breakthrough for economic development and a lifeline for thousands of unemployed youth and women in the state.

“I am delighted that Kebbi has been chosen for this major investment. The MSM Cement Plant will provide direct and indirect employment to 45,000 people, boosting our economy and transforming lives,” Governor Idris said.

He also assured MSM Group of the state’s commitment to creating an enabling environment for business growth, noting the project’s long-term benefits for the state, federal government and local communities.

Governor Idris also outlined other federal and state infrastructure projects aimed at complementing the cement plant’s operations, including the rehabilitation of key roads and expansion of industrial zones.

The chairman of MSM Group, Muazzam Mairawani, stated that the cement plant would strengthen Nigeria’s industrial sector, ensuring a steady supply of cement for local and international markets.

Also, the Minister of Finance, Olawale Edun, commended the initiative, saying it aligns with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s economic vision of attracting private investment, fostering industrialisation, and reducing poverty.

“This cement plant is a clear example of how private sector investment can drive economic growth. With 20,000 direct jobs and 25,000 indirect jobs, this project is a game-changer for Kebbi and Nigeria as a whole,” Edun said.

The Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Senator Atiku Bagudu, commended Kebbi State’s efforts to attract large-scale investments, and reaffirmed the federal government’s commitment to creating a business-friendly environment.