The South East Development Commission (SEDC) has announced plans to grow the region’s economy from $40 billion to $200 billion within the next decade as part of an ambitious development drive anchored on infrastructure, industrial revitalisation and youth empowerment.
Managing Director and CEO of SEDC, Mark Okoye disclosed this on Thursday in Abuja during a roundtable commemorating SEDC’s first 100 days.
The event with the theme: “Rebuilding Legacy: Co-Creating a New Era of Growth in the South East,” brought together key government figures, development partners, and stakeholders to strategise on the region’s future.
“One of our strategic objectives is to grow our economy from $40 billion to $200 billion in 10 years, working closely with our development partners, state governments, the organised private sector, CSOs, and academia,” Okoye said.
The MD also revealed that the Commission would unveil its comprehensive Strategic Development Plan by December, detailing a roadmap to drive high-impact, region-wide infrastructure projects and unlock inclusive economic growth.
CREDIT: LEADERSHIP NEWS