We‘ll Continue To Create Enabling Business Environment in Oyo State- Bayo Lawal
Oyo State Acting Governor, Bar Bayo Lawal, said on Tuesday, that the government will continue to create an enabling business environment for human and material capital to thrive in the state.
A statement by the Chief Press Secretary to Governor Seyi Makinde, Mr. Taiwo Adisa, indicated that the acting governor further told the Manufacturers that the Governor Makinde- led administration has witnessed significant improvements in investor confidence and investment outlook despite the current national challenges.
He maintained that through partnerships and collaborations with Federal security agencies, the present administration in the state has made significant investments in safeguarding the lives and property of everyone within the boundaries of Oyo State.
He said: “I want to welcome you all to this important occasion marking the 39th Annual General Meeting of the Oyo/Osun/Ondo/Ekiti chapter of the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria.
“Let me start by appreciating the immense contribution of members of the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria in the attainment of the economic expansion mandate of the current administration in Oyo State.
“Oyo State, under the leadership of His Excellency, Engineer Seyi Makinde, fnse, has witnessed significant improvements in investor confidence and investment outlook despite the national challenges. As a government, we remain committed to supporting businesses via the provision of adequate infrastructure and security.
introduction of the Western Nigeria Security Network, code-named Amotekun, adding that from the inception of the administration in the state, it has supported the security architecture with about 200 vehicles, cutting-edge equipment, and adequate logistics to reduce crime rate and speed up security response times.
Chairman, Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), Oyo/Osun/Ekiti State’s branch, Mr. Lanre Popoola, commended the responsiveness of the Oyo State government to MAN’S advocacy drive under the state its covers, adding that Oyo State Ministry of Commerce, Industry, Investment and cooperatives has continued to maintain agreement of a 70% discount on Haulage for manufacture product.
Signed
Taiwo Adisa
