Anambra's first lady calls for increased backing of business owners

Nonye Soludo, the First Lady of Anambra State, is advocating for enhanced support and empowerment of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, emphasizing their vital role as the foundation of global economies and primary drivers of job creation, innovation, and inclusive economic growth.

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She also highlighted the significance of entrepreneurs as key drivers of economic development, noting that their innovative ideas foster job creation, strengthen families, and promote sustainable growth.

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In a message posted on her Facebook page on Saturday, Soludo commemorated the 2026 International Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Day, which is observed globally on June 27.

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Soludo praised entrepreneurs for their unwavering resilience, innovative spirit, and determination in building stronger communities, stressing that thriving small businesses are crucial to prosperous and inclusive societies.

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According to Soludo, "Today, we celebrate the resilience, innovation, and determination of entrepreneurs whose ideas create jobs, strengthen families, and drive sustainable economic growth.

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She emphasized the importance of continuing to support and empower MSMEs, stating that when small businesses thrive, communities prosper, and today marks International Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Day.

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The celebration highlights the significance of empowering entrepreneurs through policies and initiatives that expand access to markets, skills development, and business opportunities, as noted by Soludo.

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The International Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Day is observed annually to raise awareness of the contribution of MSMEs to sustainable development and the global economy.

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This year's commemoration is themed 'Human-Centred Entrepreneurship in an AI-Driven Future: Economic Empowerment for the Next Generation of MSMEs.'