Ekiti State governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has reaffirmed his administration's commitment to economic growth through private sector collaboration and pro-business reforms aimed at making the state an attractive destination for investors, especially small businesses.
Speaking at a technical session and statewide town hall meeting in Ado-Ekiti, organised by the Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) in partnership with the Ekiti State Development and Investment Promotion Agency (EKDIPA), the governor said the state is implementing targeted reforms to eliminate barriers and boost investor confidence.
Governor Oyebanji, who was represented by the Commissioner of Finance, Mr. Akin Oyebode, said the event was part of efforts to align state policies with national goals on improving Nigeria's overall business climate.
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"We are not relenting in our efforts to create a business-friendly environment that supports entrepreneurs, startups, and investors. This is central to our development agenda," he said.
Among the key reforms highlighted were a waiver on business registration fees, a functional One-Stop Shop to streamline investment processes, and a transition law that ensures continuity of development projects across administrations.
The state also introduced investment aftercare services, offering ongoing support to businesses operating in Ekiti to help them thrive and grow.
Oyebanji added that improvements in power supply and critical infrastructure are already underway to support small businesses and unlock more economic opportunities across the state.
The governor's message was clear: Ekiti is open for business and small businesses are central to its growth strategy
