We’ll remove obstacles for a smooth business

The commissioner pointed out that the new administration has started the processes necessary to end double taxation and the unauthorized collection of government taxes.

Patrick Uanseru, the state’s commissioner for business, trade, and cooperatives, provided the assurance while on a working visit to the Okomu Oil Palm Company.

Fidelis Olise, the communication officer for Okomu Oil Company, released a statement on Friday in Benin and made it accessible to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN).

The state claims that Uanseru stated his visit to the company was to familiarize himself with its operations and issues in order to propose solutions in line with the governor’s vision. He claimed that the state’s agriculture industry had difficulties, which the government was aware of.

According to the commissioner, relevant governmental organizations, local governments, and other stakeholders are working to remove any obstacles to conducting business in the state.

He claimed that since its inception, the current administration has worked to end double taxation and the unauthorized collection of government taxes. He claims that the equipment has assisted in stopping touts’ operations on important roadways both inside and outside of Benin, the state capital.

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He issued a warning that individuals who continued to disobey the state government’s mandate would be brought before the law. The state government, the commissioner continued, was passionate about boosting the agricultural sector, which is why there had been such a significant investment made in it for the benefit of the state.

He gave the management of the company his word that the state government would give any issues brought up by industry participants the highest priority, and that its results would become apparent quickly.


Uanseru praised Okomu for its crucial contributions to Edo’s economic growth, notably in terms of employment, tax payment, and corporate social responsibility (CSR). He asserted that the Obaseki-led administration was dedicated to fostering an atmosphere that would allow businesses to flourish.

The company’s managing director, Dr. Graham Hefer, expressed appreciation for the state government’s assistance to the agriculture industry in his welcome speech. Hefer reaffirmed the company’s willingness to work with the state government to enhance the quality of life for those living in its neighboring towns.

However, he pointed out that, given the present difficulties, the government’s plan to turn the state into a centre for national investment was in jeopardy.


Hefer cited a few of the difficulties, such as the unjust and excessive taxation of private companies, particularly small-holder farmers, the lack of adequate infrastructure, such as inadequate electrical supply, and the activities of touts on the highways.

He pointed out that the agricultural sector was endowed with potentials that, if properly utilized, might support the state’s economy.