By Muhammad Maitela, Damaturu
Yobe state Governor, Hon. Mai Mala Buni, and the Qatar Ambassador to Nigeria, Dr. Ali Ghanem Alhajri, met and deliberated on issues of mutual interest.
Thsi was contain in a statement issued by Gov. Buni’s Spokesman, Mamman Mohammed.
It said the Governor informed the ambassador that Yobe state is a leading state in production of Sesame seeds, Gum Arabic and livestock.
According to the governor, “Yobe state has large quantities of Sesame seeds, Gum Arabic and Livestock, suitable for international trade.
“The completion and commissioning of the international Cargo airport in Damaturu, will support international trade between Qatar and the North eastern states.
“Yobe state is a potential hub for international commodity trading between the North East sub region and foreign countries.” Governor Buni said.
