Adamawa State has advanced ten places to rank 11th in the 2023 Nigeria Subnational Ease of Doing Business Report, moving up from its previous 21st position. The milestone was announced on Monday by the Deputy Governor, Professor Kelatapwa George Farauta, during a high-level Town Hall Meeting convened by the Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) at the Government House Banquet Hall in Yola.
Reaffirming Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri’s reform-driven agenda, Professor Farauta emphasized that the administration remains committed to aligning with the Federal Government’s vision of creating a more business-friendly Nigeria.
“This rise is not accidental,” she said. “It is a reflection of deliberate policy choices and strategic programs that are unlocking opportunities for economic growth across our state.”
She highlighted flagship state-led initiatives including the Adamawa Agribusiness Support Programme, Youth Entrepreneurship Scheme, Fintiri Business Wallet, digitalization of land titles and business registration, and the rehabilitation of major markets. These efforts, she noted, form the backbone of the administration’s plan to foster inclusive development and long-term prosperity.
Professor Farauta described the Town Hall Meeting as a critical platform to engage stakeholders from the private sector, development organizations, and civil society to identify challenges and co-create actionable solutions.
“Creating a conducive business environment goes beyond improving economic indices—it is about empowering entrepreneurs, building trust, and unlocking the full potential of our people,” she noted.
She further disclosed that the state government is intensifying efforts to reform public institutions, invest in digital and human capital, and expand infrastructure to boost commerce and connectivity. She emphasized peace and security, support for SMEs, and the development of agro-industries as top priorities.
“Through robust public-private partnerships and targeted investments, we are determined to make Adamawa a beacon of enterprise, innovation, and shared prosperity,” the Deputy Governor said.
In his remarks, Dr. Bello Abubakar Song, the Adamawa State Focal Person for State Action on Business Enabling Reforms (SABER), highlighted the achievements of the SABER program, noting its impact on streamlining processes and improving service delivery in the state.
“The SABER reforms have triggered significant transformation, and we are just getting started,” Dr. Song said. “Our focus is sustainability, institutional efficiency, and citizen-centric governance.”
The PEBEC Town Hall Meeting, held on Monday, marks another milestone in Adamawa’s push to strengthen its investment climate and affirm its place as one of Nigeria’s most reform-minded subnational entities.