According to reports, Vice President Kashim Shettima has emphasized the importance of collaboration between the government and the private sector.
He said that the private sector is an essential part of the foundation that holds the Nigerian government together and that the government is committed to cultivating an environment conducive to enterprise and innovation.
Shettima made these remarks at the inauguration of projects in Anambra State, including the Ijele 93.1 FM Radio Station, Phase two of the Touch-a-Life Housing Project, and a metre production factory.
He said that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has a vision for Nigeria that is based on eight priority areas, including poverty eradication, economic growth, job creation, and equitable access to capital. In order to achieve this vision, Shettima said that the government needs to work closely with the private sector.
“This gathering is a reminder that the private sector forms the other half of the government’s crucial foundation. Whatever innovation we design, whatever ideas we explore, whatever interests we pursue, we cannot achieve our objectives if those for whom they are targeted are not carried along or in tune with our agenda,” he said.
Shettima praised Anambra State for its private-sector-driven development. He said that the state is a model for other states in Nigeria and that the federal government is committed to assisting the state in tackling its environmental concerns.
Shettima also lauded Governor Charles Soludo for appreciating the value of a strong business sector. He said that Soludo is a visionary leader who understands the importance of private-sector investment in economic development.
“Governor Soludo’s appreciation for the importance of a robust private sector is unwavering. He is a visionary leader who instinctively understands that private sector investment stands as the bedrock of economic development,” he said.
The inauguration of the projects in Anambra State is a sign of the strong partnership between the federal government and the private sector. This partnership is essential for achieving Nigeria’s economic goals.
