Low MSMEs participation in support programmes worrisome — SMEDAN

The Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria, SMEDAN, expressed concern over the low participation of MSMEs in government support programmes despite significant interventions aimed at boosting business growth. Director General Mr. Charles Odii noted that over N200 billion has been disbursed in grants, but many entrepreneurs lack trust in these programmes. He emphasized the importance of registration with the agency to access available support packages.