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FTZ Stakeholders Advocate Strengthening SEZ Framework For Growth

by Chika Izuora
5 months ago
in Business
FTZ Stakeholders Advocate Strengthening SEZ Framework For Growth
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Free Trade Zones (FTZ) stakeholders have called for the strengthening of pillars that support the framework of the Special Economic Zones (SEZ).

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They made the call at the third SEZ Annual General Meeting on Thursday in Lagos.

Chairman, Nigeria Economic Zones Association (NEZA), Nabil Saleh, said the framework to be strengthened include policy alignment, sustainable development, and innovation.

Saleh noted that the SEZ scheme had been a cornerstone, serving as engines of growth, hubs of innovation, and beacons of hope for communities across Nigeria.

He stressed the need for innovative collaboration, a focus on sustainability, and the urgency of aligning efforts with the broader goals of national and regional development.

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“As we move forward, it is crucial to address existing challenges, adapt to global and regional trends, and remain committed to the vision of a more industrialised and prosperous Nigeria.

“One of the foremost challenges facing the SEZ scheme is the lack of a consistent and harmonised policy framework.

“The gaps between federal, state and local regulations often create bottlenecks that hinder the smooth operation of SEZs.

“Additionally, overlapping regulatory mandates can lead to inefficiencies and increased costs for operators and investors,” he said.

Saleh also called on all stakeholders to reaffirm their commitment to advancing Nigeria’s SEZs as global benchmarks for industrial excellence.

Managing director, Oil and Gas Free Zone Authority (OGFZA), Bamanga Jada, lauded President Bola Tinubu for his unwavering commitment toward attracting and sustaining huge investments into the various SEZs.

Jada said the idea of the oil and gas SEZs was to drive efficiency through specialisation and accelerate investments in the sector, creating wealth and providing employment opportunities to host communities.

He said since the first oil and gas free zone was established in 1996 at Onne/Ikpokiri Rivers State, the scheme has contributed over $24.6b direct investments into the economy.

He added that Nigeria had become self-sufficient in specialised and highly sophisticated technologies.

“In response to Mr President’s priority projects and initiatives, OGFZA partnered with an investor to establish a CNG conversion centre in the Onne/Ikpokiri, reducing logistics costs by up to 70 per cent while promoting cleaner fuel alternatives.

“OGFZA is also currently facilitating the establishment of LPG processing plants in both Onne and Liberty Free Zones with a total storage capacity of 70,000MT.

“These projects will enhance access to clean cooking gas for over 200,000 homes, and ensure environmental sustainability,” he said.

Also,  managing director, Nigeria Export Processing Zones Authority (NEPZA), Dr Femi Ogunyemi, noted that President Bola Tinubu’s renewed hope agenda had laid out a robust framework to guide the economy toward revival.

Ogunyemi said that SEZs were positioned as a pivotal economic instrument to expedite the realisation of five out of eight of the President’s economic priorities.

He said that achieving this required concentrated focus on skill enhancement, industrialisation, economic diversification and export promotion.

“Our agenda reflects the complexity and strategic importance of the SEZ ecosystem, covering topics vital to Nigeria’s economic trajectory.

“Enhanced collaboration between government agencies is key to improving SEZ operations and delivering world-class services.

“Nigeria has nurtured the SEZ scheme for more than three decades, and the fruits are just starting to manifest.

“It is now imperative to focus on executing strategic reforms that accelerate this growth trajectory while safeguarding its progress,” he said.

Ogunyemi reiterated the unwavering commitment of NEPZA to collaborating with all stakeholders to build a thriving SEZ ecosystem that positions Nigeria as a leader in industrialisation and trade.

 

 


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