KWARA GOVERNMENT PRESENT CHEQUES TO 12 YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS.

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.Reaffirms commitment to supporting small businesses

The General Manager, Kwara State Social Investment Programme (KWASSIP), Dr Abdulwasiu OlayinkaTejidini, has reaffirmed the commitment of the State Government to promoting entrepreneurship, supporting small businesses and creating economic opportunities for young people in the state.

Dr Tejidini stated this while addressing beneficiaries at the presentation of cheques to 12  young entrepreneurs under the AbdulRahaman Abdulrazaq led  Government enterprise support scheme which took place at the KWASSIP conference room on Friday. 

He explained that the initiative was designed  to provide financial assistance to young business owners, strengthen their enterprise and encourage self- reliance among the youths. 

The General Manager noted  that empowering young entrepreneurs remain an important strategy for promoting growth, reducing unemployment and improving the livelihood of residents across Kwara state. 

He then urged the beneficiaries to make judicious use of the financial grant by investing it in their business, expand their operations and create opportunities for others

Dr, Tejidini further encouraged the beneficiaries to remain committed to their respective businesses stressing the importance of accountability, hard work and effective management in achieving sustainable business growth. 

He also emphasised the need for the entrepreneurs to see the  grant as an opportunity to build viable businesses that could contribute meaningfully to the economic development of the state. 

The General manager also commended the Kwara state Government for it's unwavering commitment to supporting young entrepreneurs through the KWASSIP and other social intervention initiatives aimed at improving the economic wellbeing of the people

In his response, Mr Ajiboye Rasheed, who spoke on behalf of other beneficiaries appreciated the Kwara State Government for the opportunity given to them. He promised that the money will be put to good use.



Yusuf BolaShade
Press Secretary
KWASSIP
08034606819

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