By Collins Yakubu-Hammer

The National Association of Charcoal Producers, Dealers, Exporters and Afforestation of Nigeria (NACPDEAN)targets more investment to the sector as they appoint Mr Ebenezer Akarah as the new National Chief Strategy Officer.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the appointment gives Akarah a mandate to focus on strategic engagement, institutional partnerships, international cooperation and investment facilitation.

This is contained in a statement issued by Akarah’s media aide, Emmanuel Asogwa on Wednesday in Abuja.

According to the statement, Akarah said that his appointment is part of efforts to contribute to strengthenening the charcoal sector through responsible production, afforestation, improved market access and enhanced collaboration among industry stakeholders.

“I am ready to work with the association’s leadership and stakeholders to advance the development of the sector.

“I look forward to working closely with the association’s leadership and stakeholders across the sector to advance our shared objectives,” he said.

He highlighted the importance of strategic engagement and institutional partnerships in creating opportunities for investment and expanding the sector’s reach.

“Strategic engagement and international cooperation are critical to strengthening partnerships, facilitating investment and improving market access for Nigerian charcoal producers and exporters.

“My appointment presents an opportunity to leverage strategic partnerships and stakeholder collaboration to support the association’s objectives and promote sustainable growth within Nigeria’s charcoal industry,” Akarah said. (NAN)

Edited by Wandoo Sombo