FG reaffirms commitment to boost business growth through private sector partnerships

The Federal Government is set to strengthen partnerships with the private sector to drive Nigeria’s economic growth and industrialisation.

Speaking ahead of the 30th Nigerian Economic Summit, Vice President Kashim Shettima emphasized the administration’s focus on pro-business policies and infrastructure improvements, particularly in power, to create a conducive environment for businesses to thrive.

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“Our nation is pregnant with possibilities. Hope springs eternal from the hearts of men,” Shettima said, highlighting the role of the Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) as a key driver in realising Nigeria’s economic potential. He noted that the administration is “uniquely attuned to the needs of businesses” and described it as the most business-friendly government to date.

Special Adviser to the President on Economic Matters, Dr. Tope Fasua, urged the NESG to translate policy discussions into tangible results, while Mr. Omoboyede Olusanya, Chairman of the NES#30 Planning Committee, called for regulatory reforms to enhance Nigeria’s competitiveness.

The upcoming summit will focus on critical areas such as food security, digital inclusion, and energy sector dynamics, aiming to deliver actionable frameworks that address the country’s economic challenges.