Taraba State Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Xuzhou Construction Machinery Group (XCMG), China, to establish a framework for strategic cooperation in solid minerals development, heavy equipment supply, infrastructure expansion and technical capacity building.
The MoU was signed on 18 October 2026 by Agbu Kefas, the Taraba state Governor and Mr. Hanson Liu, Vice President of XCMG. The signing followed a high-level working visit by the Governor and his delegation to XCMG’s headquarters in Xuzhou, China, from 15 to 20 October 2026.
In a statement signed by the state Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Zainab Jalingo, said the agreement identifies several priority areas for potential collaboration, aimed at strengthening Taraba State’s mining and infrastructure sectors through access to modern equipment, technical expertise and strategic investment opportunities.
“The MOU is aimed at supply of equipment, Infrastructure equipment solutions, mining production equipment solutions, sanitation equipment solutions and new energy equipment solutions after Sales support and Services
“Maintenance, assembly and commissioning of equipment, parts and components, supply of recommended spare parts and components, technical support and services, warranties for equipment and spare parts and establishment of local warehouses, offices.
The proposed partnership is expected to facilitate access to modern, cost-effective and energy-efficient machinery, strengthen responsible mining and infrastructure operations, accelerate road construction and urban renewal, promote technical skills transfer and employment opportunities for Tarabans, and attract foreign direct investment into the State’s solid minerals and infrastructure sectors.
The Taraba State Government reiterated its commitment to strategic global partnerships that promote responsible resource development, expand economic opportunities and translate the State’s natural wealth into sustainable prosperity for its people.
