The Delta State Government has renewed its call on local and international investors to explore the state’s growing business opportunities, assuring them that ongoing reforms are creating a more attractive, secure, and efficient environment for investment.

Governor Sheriff Oborevwori made the call during a town hall meeting in Asaba organised by the Delta State Government in partnership with the Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) as part of its nationwide engagement with stakeholders in the organised private sector.

Representing the Governor, the Commissioner for Finance, Sir Fidelis Tilije, said the administration had introduced strategic reforms aimed at improving the ease of doing business and positioning Delta as a preferred investment destination.

Tilije explained that the reforms cover critical areas including land administration, investment facilitation, public-private partnerships, revenue administration, security, and commercial dispute resolution.

He disclosed that the state had digitally indexed and archived Certificates of Occupancy issued between January 1, 2012, and December 31, 2024, as part of efforts to modernise land administration and improve access for investors.

The Commissioner also revealed that the government had issued an Executive Order institutionalising the Framework for Responsible and Inclusive Land-Intensive Agricultural Investment (FRILIA), while automating the central billing system for taxes, levies, and other government collections across Ministries, Departments, and Agencies.

According to him, Delta had also strengthened its legal and security framework through the implementation of the Delta State Anti-Kidnapping Law, 2016, and the establishment of Small Claims Courts to ensure speedy resolution of commercial disputes within 60 days.

He said the measures were designed to reduce bottlenecks, promote transparency, and build investor confidence, stressing that Delta remained peaceful, business-friendly, and ready to welcome new investments.

“Delta State is committed to creating an environment where businesses can thrive, investments can grow, and citizens can benefit from increased economic opportunities,” he stated.

In her remarks, the Director-General of PEBEC, Princess Zahra Mustapha Audu, emphasised the importance of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in driving economic development and job creation.

She said the nationwide town hall engagements were aimed at strengthening business reforms at the sub-national level and ensuring that states adopt policies that make them more attractive to investors.

She highlighted the State Action on Business Enabling Reforms (SABER) programme, which links state support to measurable improvements in areas such as land administration, regulatory processes, and tax systems.

The engagement attracted major stakeholders from the organised private sector, including representatives of the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA), Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN), and other business groups.

The meeting provided a platform for government and private sector players to discuss ways of unlocking Delta’s economic potential through stronger partnerships, improved regulations, and sustainable investment opportunities.

Delta Opens Investment Frontiers, Woos Investors With Ease-Of-Doing-Business Reforms

The Delta State Government has renewed its call on local and international investors to explore the state’s growing business opportunities, assuring that ongoing reforms are creating a more attractive, secure, and efficient environment for investment.

Governor Sheriff Oborevwori made the call during a town hall meeting in Asaba organised by the Delta State Government in partnership with the Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) as part of its nationwide engagement with stakeholders in the organised private sector.

Representing the Governor, the Commissioner for Finance, Sir Fidelis Tilije, said the administration had introduced strategic reforms aimed at improving the ease of doing business and positioning Delta as a preferred investment destination.

Tilije explained that the reforms cover critical areas including land administration, investment facilitation, public-private partnerships, revenue administration, security, and commercial dispute resolution.

He disclosed that the state had digitally indexed and archived Certificates of Occupancy issued between January 1, 2012, and December 31, 2024, as part of efforts to modernise land administration and improve access for investors.

The Commissioner also revealed that the government had issued an Executive Order institutionalising the Framework for Responsible and Inclusive Land-Intensive Agricultural Investment (FRILIA), while automating the central billing system for taxes, levies, and other government collections across Ministries, Departments, and Agencies.

According to him, Delta had also strengthened its legal and security framework through the implementation of the Delta State Anti-Kidnapping Law, 2016, and the establishment of Small Claims Courts to ensure speedy resolution of commercial disputes within 60 days.

He said the measures were designed to reduce bottlenecks, promote transparency, and build investor confidence, stressing that Delta remained peaceful, business-friendly, and ready to welcome new investments.

“Delta State is committed to creating an environment where businesses can thrive, investments can grow, and citizens can benefit from increased economic opportunities,” he stated.

In her remarks, the Director-General of PEBEC, Princess Zahra Mustapha Audu, emphasised the importance of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in driving economic development and job creation.

She said the nationwide town hall engagements were aimed at strengthening business reforms at the sub-national level and ensuring that states adopt policies that make them more attractive to investors.

She highlighted the State Action on Business Enabling Reforms (SABER) programme, which links state support to measurable improvements in areas such as land administration, regulatory processes, and tax systems.

The engagement attracted major stakeholders from the organised private sector, including representatives of the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA), Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN), and other business groups.

The meeting provided a platform for government and private sector players to discuss ways of unlocking Delta’s economic potential through stronger partnerships, improved regulations, and sustainable investment opportunities.

Delta Opens Investment Frontiers, Woos Investors With Ease-Of-Doing-Business Reforms

The Delta State Government has renewed its call on local and international investors to explore the state’s growing business opportunities, assuring them that ongoing reforms are creating a more attractive, secure, and efficient environment for investment.

Governor Sheriff Oborevwori made the call during a town hall meeting in Asaba organised by the Delta State Government in partnership with the Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) as part of its nationwide engagement with stakeholders in the organised private sector.

Representing the Governor, the Commissioner for Finance, Sir Fidelis Tilije, said the administration had introduced strategic reforms aimed at improving the ease of doing business and positioning Delta as a preferred investment destination.

Tilije explained that the reforms cover critical areas including land administration, investment facilitation, public-private partnerships, revenue administration, security, and commercial dispute resolution.

He disclosed that the state had digitally indexed and archived Certificates of Occupancy issued between January 1, 2012, and December 31, 2024, as part of efforts to modernise land administration and improve access for investors.

The Commissioner also revealed that the government had issued an Executive Order institutionalising the Framework for Responsible and Inclusive Land-Intensive Agricultural Investment (FRILIA), while automating the central billing system for taxes, levies, and other government collections across Ministries, Departments, and Agencies.

According to him, Delta had also strengthened its legal and security framework through the implementation of the Delta State Anti-Kidnapping Law, 2016, and the establishment of Small Claims Courts to ensure speedy resolution of commercial disputes within 60 days.

He said the measures were designed to reduce bottlenecks, promote transparency, and build investor confidence, stressing that Delta remained peaceful, business-friendly, and ready to welcome new investments.

“Delta State is committed to creating an environment where businesses can thrive, investments can grow, and citizens can benefit from increased economic opportunities,” he stated.

In her remarks, the Director-General of PEBEC, Princess Zahra Mustapha Audu, emphasised the importance of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in driving economic development and job creation.

She said the nationwide town hall engagements were aimed at strengthening business reforms at the sub-national level and ensuring that states adopt policies that make them more attractive to investors.

She highlighted the State Action on Business Enabling Reforms (SABER) programme, which links state support to measurable improvements in areas such as land administration, regulatory processes, and tax systems.

The engagement attracted major stakeholders from the organised private sector, including representatives of the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA), Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN), and other business groups.

The meeting provided a platform for government and private sector players to discuss ways of unlocking Delta’s economic potential through stronger partnerships, improved regulations, and sustainable investment opportunities.