The Lagos State Government says it remains committed to the provision of environment for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) given the sector’s critical role as driver of economic growth, job creator and wealth generator.
The assurance came, Thursday, as the Lagos State Employment Trust Fund (LSETF), under the Ministry of Wealth Creation and Employment, unveiled a three-day Access to Market Fair, tagged “Lagos on Display,” at the JJT Park, Ikeja.
The fair brought together about 300 entrepreneurs and featured business support services, including on-the-spot loan applications, enrolment into the Lagos State Health Insurance Scheme (Ilera Eko), product exhibitions and discounted sales aimed at expanding market access for local businesses.
Akinyemi Ajigbotafe, the state Commissioner for Wealth Creation and Employment, who spoke at the event, said the initiative reflected Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s resolve to building an environment where entrepreneurs can unlock their full potential and grow sustainable businesses.
Represented by Shitta Demilola, the director of employment in the ministry, the commissioner said the government was focused on implementing policies and programmes that promote enterprise development, skills acquisition, employment generation and sustainable wealth creation.
