By Chinedum Treasure
The Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) has reaffirmed President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to building a stronger, investment-driven economy through sustained collaboration with state governments.
Speaking at the PEBEC Nationwide Subnational Engagement and Technical Reform Workshop in Awka, Director-General Princess Zahrah Mustapha Audu said Nigeria’s economic growth depends on coordinated reforms across all levels of government.
She urged states to identify and promote sectors where they have genuine competitive advantages, noting that focused reforms and strategic investments would attract investors, create jobs, and boost competitiveness.
Audu also stressed the importance of digital visibility, saying investors increasingly assess opportunities online before making investment decisions.
Secretary to the Anambra State Government, Chiamaka Nnake, reiterated the state’s commitment to improving the ease of doing business, while Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, Chukwukadibia Okoye highlighted improvements in security and investment promotion efforts.
PEBEC reform leader Gabriel Oyemi called on states to harmonise levies and regulatory charges, digitise government processes, and establish effective grievance redress mechanisms to improve investor confidence.
Also, PEBEC team member, Barr. Ifunanya Chidi encouraged business owners to utilise the state’s Small Claims Courts for quick resolution of commercial disputes involving between N5 million and N10 million.
Tags: PEBEC, Bola Tinubu, Zahrah Audu, Anambra State, Ease of Doing Business, Investment, Economy, Business Reforms, Chiamaka Nnake, Chukwukadibia Okoye, Gabriel Oyemi, Small Claims Court, Awka, Nigeria Economy.
