We are working a Database for Entrepreneurs, Artisans in Oyo-Trade Comm
…as Ibadan Entrepreneurs Network showcases many Entrepreneurs
The Oyo State Government has reiterated its commitment to create a database for all Entrepreneurs and Artisans in all the 33local government areas of the state.
The Commissioner for Trade Investment, Industry and Cooperative, Hon Ademola Ojo,stated this at the Ibadan Entrepreneurs Network programme hel at Lekan Salami Sports Complex, Adamasingba, Ibadan, said the ministry for Trade Investment, Industry and Cooperative, is working tirelessly to get the data of all Entrepreneurs and Artisans in the State to allow government to reach out to them at the time of needs.
He added that the database would enable the government to plan better for businesses operating in the State, while information available on the database would be used to reach the registered businesses when there are interventions and programmes.
The commissioner said the present administration’s drive to improve the Ease of Doing Business through an automated process, would make the process simpler and more convenient.
He explained that the present administration, led by the Governor Seyi Makinde, is focused and committed to creating a conducive atmosphere for business to thrive.
Ojo stated that Governor Makinde has earmarked over 5million Naira to support Entrepreneurs and Artisans in the state, so they can tap into these opportunities.
He said:“ Some of the entrepreneurs and Artisans have not benefited from the state government due to their inability to have a proper database with the state government.
Some are trying to avoid payment of taxes not knowing they have lots to benefit from the government more than dodging payment of taxes.
There are lots of federal government parastatals in Abuja that have in stock to assist Entrepreneurs and Artisans in the State.
If we don’t have your record, as a ministry, there is nothing we can do about it.
Recently, Governor Seyi Makinde has provided over 500million Naira to assist Entrepreneurs and Artisans, up till now it has not been distributed because we are still trying to update our website, at the end of the day, If you are not part of this, people will be complaining that they have not been benefited because you are hiding.
So, a big thanks to the convener of this programme because this is just an eye-opener.”
“The ministry of trade is working seriously to put the data together, the director and deputy directors are here, we are working effortlessly to put the data in order, this will definitely assist our work because where we have not captured we will still get the details from the convener.
I want to appreciate everybody who participated in this programme,your coming is not a waste of time at all.Thanks for listening.”
The convener, Ibadan Entrepreneurs Network, Mrs. Oyenike Adeleke, said the
Entrepreneurs in Oyo State are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity to showcase their businesses and network with potential partners and investors.
Adeleke said:
“We have been operating in Oyo State for the past six years and this is our seventh year. We organized this programme to identify and know ourselves to create synergy.
In the network, we have many entrepreneurs, We will brought them from all the 33 local government areas of the state. Government and non-governmental organizations are together here.
“Our vision is for entrepreneurs to grow from the local level to the global scene. We all know that without entrepreneurs, there is no economic development. But we thank Governor Seyi Makinde and the Commissioner for Trade Investment, Industry and Cooperative, Hon. Ademola Ojo, for their support.”
The event is tagged: ‘Largest Gathering of Entrepreneurs in Oyo State’, brought non-governmental organisations to the venue for the entrepreneurs to form a synergy to tap into support facilities, being provided by the Oyo State Government, Federal Government, and international organisations.
