FG Set To Reward Innovative MSMEs

The Federal Government, through its National Micro, Small and Medium Enterprise (MSME) clinics initiative, is set to reward the most excellent, hard-working and innovative MSMEs in Nigeria.
Special Adviser to the President on MSMEs,  Mr Tola Adekunle-Johnson, while briefing newsmen in Abuja, said the 5th edition of the National MESME Awards would hold on June 27.
He said the programme, designed to commemorate the 2022 World MSME Day, would provide an avenue for recognizing and supporting outstanding small businesses in the country.
According to Adekunle-Johnson, 10 brand new cars and other cash prizes are to be won by the participants.
“Ten outstanding MSMEs in different categories will receive 10 cars and other prizes at the  tech and innovation driven Enterprise,’’ he said.
The categories for this year’s awards include MSME award of excellence in agriculture,  beauty, wellness and cosmetics, as well as creative arts.
“Others areas are, fashion and style, leather works,  furniture and woodwork. Award will also be given in manufacturing,   tech and innovation driven Enterprise,’’ he said
Adekunle-Johnson urged interested MSMEs to visit the website www.msmeclinics.gov.ng and fill out their application.
According to him, the portal, which was opened for applications since Thursday May 19, 2022, will close on Sunday June 12, 2022.
He said the Federal Government is not relenting in its support for small businesses in Nigeria.
“The government is moving on with its support for the small businesses by sustaining a reward programme initiated in 2018.’’
According to him, the initiative has impacted more than 600, 000 directly and indirectly, inspiring prospective business owners to strive for excellence.
Speaking on what qualifies a participant, the Deputy Director, Engineering, Design and Development, Raw Materials Research and Development Council, Mr Obassi Ettu, said participants must ensure that their products meet specification and are competitive.