PHYSICAL BACKGROUND

Delta State is one of the thirty-six (36) States that make-up the Federal Republic of Nigeria. It is generally low-lying and has a Coastline of about 160 kilometers on the River Niger, inter-laced with rivulets and streams; criss-crossed with creeks, through which the River Niger empties into the Atlantic Ocean, thus forming the larger part of the famed Niger-Delta Area.  It has three seaports, namely: Warri, Sapele and Koko.

OBJECTIVES

The objective of Government is to draw the attention of the foreign and local investors to the numerous investment opportunities and incentives that abound in Delta State and to highlight the benefits therein. Delta State Government is currently seeking active private investment and/or partnership in the areas of industry, commerce, mining, agriculture and agro-based industries, so as to harness her abundant human and natural resources

NATURAL RESOURCES

Delta State is the leading producer of Crude Oil and Natural Gas in Nigeria. Most of the Natural Gas is currently flared.

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The State is also endowed with the following:

• Rubber • Oil Palm • Silica • Industrial Clay • Kaolin • Assorted Fruits • Timber