ASBA MD HIGHLIGHTS AGENCY’S IMPACT ON SMALL BUSINESSES IN ANAMBRA 

By Chiamaka Edokwe :

The Managing Director/CEO of Anambra State Small Business Agency(ASBA), Mr. Clement Chukwuka has emphasised the impactful role of the Agency in empowering small businesses across the state. Speaking during a radio programme on Anambra Broadcasting Service (ABS), tagged ‘Ask the Commissioner,’  Mr. Chukwuka emphasised ASBA’s contributions to advancing the growth of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) under Governor Chukwuma Soludo’s administration.

He revealed that several programs have been launched to address the specific needs of small and medium business owners in the state. These initiatives included; ASBA’s SME facilities,

One Youth 2 Skills funding program,  Igwebuike(co-operative)funding scheme, the UNDP/EU N100,000 grant and training program among others which have a direct impact on increasing business revenue and creating jobs. 

The MD/CEO further emphasised the economic impact of ASBA’s programs on local businesses, noting an increase in employment rates and overall business growth in Anambra State. He outlined the Agency’s plans for sustaining these gains, with a focus on long-term development strategies and continued collaboration with stakeholders.

* Edokwe is of the Ministry of Information, Anambra State *