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To bolster industrial growth amid prevailing economic challenges, the Ogun State Government has stated its commitment to providing support to companies within the state.
According to a statement, this pledge was made by the state Commissioner for Industries, Trade and Investment, Adebola Sofela, during a strategic visit to the African Industries Group in the Ado-Odo/Ota Local Government Area of the state.
Sofela noted that the visit aimed to strengthen the relationship between the state government and the private sector.
He commended various companies operating in Ogun State for their resilience and continued belief in the state’s potential, despite the country’s challenging economic landscape.
“The present administration has implemented numerous reforms to support the industrial sector. Significant improvements have been made in our land administration system to expedite the obtaining of title documents.
“Additionally, we have established a Business Enabling Council, comprising strategic stakeholders, to regularly discuss and address the needs of businesses operating in the state,” he said.
Supporting Sofela’s position, the Permanent Secretary, Olu Aikulola, reiterated the government’s dedication to resolving various issues within the industrial sector, noting that the government remained committed to maintaining and enhancing this position through continuous support and reforms.
The Managing Director of African Industries Group, Sohan Bagla, expressed gratitude for the government’s supportive policies and emphasised its commitment to positively impacting host communities through corporate social responsibility initiatives.
“I appreciate the government’s laudable policy initiatives, and I promise that his organisation would continue to positively impact its host communities in its Corporate Social Responsibility engagement,” he declared.
Also, the Group Executive Director of African Industries Group, Uche Iwuamadi, revealed plans to increase the company’s investment by 20 per cent.
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