By Adaeze Onuora
His Excellency, Vice President Kashim Shettima, GCON, has arrived for the commissioning of the Small and Medium Enterprise Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) headquarters located at the Idu Industrial Layout, Abuja on Wednesday.
According to Vice President, he disclosed that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's administration's commitment to providing the enabling environment for the thriving of small and medium businesses in Nigeria.
In a significant stride towards fostering the growth of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Nigeria, His Excellency, Vice President Kashim Shettima, GCON, graced the commissioning ceremony of the Small and Medium Enterprise Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) headquarters. The event, held at the Idu Industrial Layout, Abuja, unfolded on Wednesday and marked a pivotal moment in the nation's dedication to creating a conducive environment for SMEs.
Vice President Shettima, in his address, emphasized the unwavering commitment of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's administration to empower and uplift small and medium businesses across the country. The newly commissioned SMEDAN headquarters stands as a testament to the government's dedication to providing the necessary infrastructure and support for the thriving SME sector.
As the Vice President unveiled the headquarters, he underscored the pivotal role that SMEs play in driving economic development and job creation. The state-of-the-art facility is poised to serve as a hub for fostering innovation, collaboration, and entrepreneurship, providing a centralized platform for SMEs to access resources and support services.
The ceremony witnessed the convergence of government officials, business leaders, and stakeholders in the SME ecosystem, reflecting the collective determination to strengthen and expand the contribution of small and medium enterprises to Nigeria's economic landscape.
Vice President Shettima's presence at the SMEDAN headquarters commissioning not only signifies a milestone in the government's efforts to bolster SMEs but also reinforces the administration's commitment to creating an inclusive and thriving business environment for all entrepreneurs in the nation.
