PEBEC Kicks Off Subnational Tours In Katsina

The Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC), has said it will begin its Subnational Tours from November 12, in Katsina State.

This is part of efforts to enhance the business climate across Nigeria.

PEBEC, established in 2016, has already implemented over 190 reforms aimed at improving Nigeria’s business climate.

In a statement, the agency noted that the initiative aims to enhance the Ease of Doing Business (EoDB), reforms at the state level through strategic collaborations with government entities, private sectors, and international partners.

Scheduled from November 12-14, the tour will feature townhall sessions, stakeholder engagements, and an MSMEs exhibition.

Participants from Jigawa, Kaduna, Kano, Kebbi, Sokoto, and Zamfara are expected to attend.

PEBEC’s efforts align with its mission to improve Nigeria’s business climate and foster transparency between businesses and regulators.

Part of the statement reads: “The Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) is set to begin its Subnational Tour this November with the tour making its first stop in the North West Region of Nigeria.

“The PEBEC Subnational Tour is specifically tailored toward deepening the Ease of Doing Business (EoDB) reforms at the subnational (state) level through strategic engagements with state governments, private sector, regulatory agencies, international partners, and the business community.

“The North-West edition of the PEBEC Subnational Tour will bring together government and private sector participants from Jigawa, Kaduna, Kano, Kebbi, Sokoto, and Zamfara to the host state Katsina State, the home of hospitality.

“The tour will feature townhall sessions, technical deep dives, private sector stakeholder engagement sessions, MSMEs exhibition, and a special fireside panel session with the North-West Governors.

“The PEBEC Subnational Tour is an opportunity for MSMEs, Large Companies, and Entrepreneurs in the North West Region to directly engage state governments and sector-specific regulators.

“This tour aligns with the PEBEC’s goals to improve Nigeria’s business climate, foster trust and transparency between businesses and regulators, and enhance the perception on the ease of doing business in Nigeria.”