Tag: ASBA

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 *

By Chiamaka Edokwe :

Amidst economic uncertainties where budgets tighten and expenses scrutinized, the Gov. Chukwuma  Soludo’s Administration through Anambra State Small business Agency(ASBA),has provided succor for civil servants after retirement through the ASBA Civil Servant Solution Retirement Entrepreneurship Loan Scheme.

According to the MD/CEO ASBA, Mr Clement Chukwuka during a media chat in his office complex, the scheme aimed at supporting civil servants to have a thriving business to fall back on after service.

“Gov. Soludo’s Administration is very passionate about the workers’ welfare even after retirement hence his willingness to supporting and funding their means of livehood after retirement.”

Mr Chukwuka reiterated that the Agency’s mandate remained to ensure that poverty is reduced to its bearest minimum through funding and capacity building.

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