He said the proposed reforms are designed to reduce financial burdens on the people and promote economic growth.
SMEDAN says it will partner the German International Agency and Mastercard to boost micro, small and medium enterprises development.
He disclosed that the agency had covered 14 out of the 36 states and the FCT.
“Our people are not waiting for government; they are being creative rather than getting into crime.”
The Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) has introduced a business pitch competition called ‘SMEDAN Speed Pitch’.
Mr Odii said the strategy was to create an enabling environment for over 40 million small businesses.
Vice President Kashim Shettima inaugurated the council.
“Ninety-six per cent of businesses in Nigeria are small businesses, so only four per cent are big.”
“Their current role is to enter the market and help small businesses thrive.”
Mr Tinubu has appointed 14 new chief executive officers of several agencies and parastatals under the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment.
