Kaduna offers a wide
range of opportunities to private sector investors
in agriculture, manufacturing, mining and tourism amongst others. Kaduna is a haven for investors, offering a unique combination of resources, market and business environment rivalled by no other state in Nigeria.
AGRI
BUSINESS
HOUSING
SOLID
MINERALS
MANUFACTURING
POWER
ICT &
SERVICES
ABOUT KADIPA
The Kaduna State Investment Promotion Agency (KADIPA) is a One-Stop Investment Centre for businesses and investments. As part of our duties, we facilitate investments in the state by coordinating all the activities of MDAs in the business environment. Our approach ensures the realization of the maximum benefits of policies and regulations in the state.
We have a reputation for providing streamlined, efficient, and transparent services to our clients with a view to reducing the cost of doing business in the state. Within the short period of our existence, we have perfected mechanisms that shorten and simplify administrative procedures for the issuance of business approvals, permits and licenses, and company incorporation.
WHY KADUNA
Investor-friendly environment
Number one in ease of doing business (World Bank ranking).
Nigeria's leading state in transparency and open governance
Easiest place to register land compared to other states.
The wonderland of agriculture
No. 1 producer of ginger.
No. 1 producer of maize.
Second largest producer of soya beans.
Third biggest consumer market in Nigeria
Access to 52% of Nigeria's consumer market
Third most populous state in Nigeria.
Rich in mineral resources
Over 25 non-oil mineral deposits, including gold, iron ore, marble.
The state has over 25 mineral types across the entire 23 local governments.
Gateway to Northern Nigeria market
A natural bridge between the 19 Northern States, thus creating an efficient and cost-effective outlet to major markets providing access to about 90 million customers in Nigeria
Steady Economic Growth
Kaduna’s innovative governance initiatives have resulted in steady economic growth. We have seen a 91% increase in IGR since 2016, leading to increases in the public service provision, with an average of 8.82% YoY GDP growth.
Productive Workforce
Kaduna State has a large youthful population with a majority within the productive age. We have further complemented this by providing easy access to skilled manpower from the many quality educational institutions that support skills development.
Abundant Natural Resources
In addition to its invaluable human resource, Kaduna is blessed with abundant natural resources to support agricultural and industrial production.
Favorable Business Regulatory Environment
Kaduna’s visionary leadership and innovative governance initiatives have made the State one of the most convenient places to do business in Nigeria.
KEY SECTORS
Kaduna offers a wide range of opportunities to private sector investors
AGRI-BUSINESS
Agriculture is the mainstay of the Kaduna economy, accounting for about 85% of the State's GDP, with more than 50%.
HOUSING
The housing sector in Kaduna State comprises modern houses in the well laid out, fairly well-serviced and low-density Government Reservation Areas.
SOLID MINERALS
Nigeria provides one of the best opportunities for investment in the solid minerals sector.
MANUFACTURING
The manufacturing sector in the State is gradually undergoing a revival with diverse investments in the automobile.
POWER
Like every other Nigerian State, Kaduna is currently facing an energy shortage.
ICT & SERVICES
The target of the Kaduna State Government is to build a vibrant ICT sector that will support industrial development.