The Federal Government has unveiled a series of new initiatives aimed at creating a more enabling environment for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) across the country, as part of its broader strategy to drive inclusive economic growth and sustainable development.
Vice President Kashim Shettima disclosed this on Tuesday during the launch of the 9th Expanded National MSME Clinic held in Katsina State, where he reaffirmed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s commitment to building an inclusive national economy anchored on enterprise-driven reforms. Speaking at the event, Shettima emphasized that MSMEs remain the backbone of Nigeria’s economy, contributing significantly to job creation, innovation, and poverty reduction.
He noted that the Federal Government is determined to address the challenges hindering their growth through policy interventions and improved access to finance, infrastructure, and capacity development.
“The President’s Renewed Hope Agenda recognizes the vital role of small businesses in driving national prosperity. Our focus is to remove barriers, simplify regulations, and empower entrepreneurs with the tools and opportunities they need to thrive,” Shettima stated. He commended the collaboration between the Office of the Vice President, Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN), and other stakeholders for organizing the MSME Clinics, which serve as a platform for direct engagement between entrepreneurs and regulatory agencies.
The Vice President explained that the expanded clinic in Katsina is designed to bring together relevant agencies such as BOA, BOI, NEXIM Bank, CAC, and FIRS, among others, to provide on-the-spot support to entrepreneurs, including business registration, tax guidance, funding options, and advisory services.
Governor Dikko Umar Radda of Katsina State, in his remarks, lauded the Federal Government for extending the MSME Clinic initiative to the state, describing it as a practical step toward empowering local entrepreneurs and enhancing economic resilience. He pledged his administration’s support to complement federal efforts through the creation of industrial clusters, skill acquisition centres, and youth entrepreneurship programmes across the state.
The MSME Clinic initiative, introduced in 2017, has continued to serve as a bridge between the government and business owners, fostering policy reforms that make it easier to start and grow enterprises in Nigeria. With the 9th edition in Katsina, the Federal Government reiterated its commitment to ensuring that the entrepreneurial spirit of Nigerians becomes the foundation for inclusive national prosperity and sustainable development
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