The Sokoto State Government has expressed its preparedness to accelerate development by providing adequate infrastructure that would enhance the ease of doing business in the state and positions its citizens to effectively harness business and economic opportunities.
The Sokoto State Governor, Mr. Ahmed Aliyu, stated this yesterday at the inauguration of council members of ease of doing business at the council’s chamber in the Government House, Sokoto.
Aliyu explained that his administration is currently working towards leveraging on its positive financial management profile to expand its capacity, boost overall productivity and implement empowerment initiatives in the state.
According to him, the state government was dedicated to effectively collaborating with stakeholders in order to invest heavily in infrastructural development, adding that this would make Sokoto’s economy more conducive for business and investment.
Aliyu added: “Thus, we call on the private sector to support our effort by investing in the development of the state’s economy.
“We know that the transformation of any economy towards sustainable growth can only be achieved with the collaboration and support of the private sector.”
He noted that his administration would partner the Bank of Industry (BOI), NEXIM Bank, Bank of Agriculture (BOA), NIRSAL Micro finance to provide soft loans for SMEs in the state.
He further explained that the state has wooed foreign investors, stressing that tax holiday, access to land and entry permit would be provided to the investors.
He disclosed that his administration is doing everything possible to revive ailing and moribund industries in the state.
“Owing to this, we have taken deliberate action to work hand in hand with the private sector to drive Sokoto State to its maximum potential.
“We remain dedicated to immensely impacting the lives in Sokoto by implementing initiatives that would boost the agricultural sector of the state and eventually emerge as the leading producer of agricultural products,” he said.
