By Sule Aliyu Bauçhi
Bauchi State Government has inaugurated the reconstituted Board and Management of the State Agency for Sustainable Microfinance as part of effort to tackle poverty among its population.
The State Commissioner for Cooperatives, Small and Medium Enterprises, Hon. Sadiq Hamisu Shira who inaugurated members of the Board, said the inauguration was a memorable occasion, as the Ministry consider this as a significant step forward to empower small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and to support the growth of microfinance institutions in the state.
“The Government recognises the vital role these sectors play in driving economic development, creating jobs, and reducing poverty in our communities,” he added.
Hon.Hamisu Shira expressed confidence a that members of the board and the management who are being entrusted with the leadership of the agency; giving their dedication and passion for development will be instrumental in guiding the agency’s objectives and ensuring its success.
“I have no doubt that you will become a model for sustainable economic empowerment and poverty reduction”, he said.
He further said that the Bauchi State Agency for Sustainable Microfinance is serving as a crucial bridge between the government, financial institutions, and the entrepreneurs who are the lifeblood of the economy.
Hon Shira also said that by providing access to affordable credit, business development services, and policy support, the aim is to unlock the tremendous potential of SMEs and empower them to thrive.
“As you are all aware, under the visionary leadership of our amiable Governor, Sen. Bala Abdulkadir Muhammàd, our state has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to fostering an enabling environment for SMEs and microfinance institutions”, he stated.
Sadiq Shira then assured the board and management of the readiness of the Ministry to support the agency in line with the Governor’s unwavering commitment to the growth and development of SMEs and Microfinance institutions in the state.
The Chairman of the Board, Zakari Ibrahim, and the Director-General of the agency, Nura Dan Madami, promised to work closely with the Ministry to achieve excellence in the implementation of the agency’s policies and programmes.