The Special Assistant to Kwara State Governor on Artisan Related Matters, Prince Olawale Kazeem has called on the executives of artisans in the state to think outside the box in order to achieve developmental goals.
Kazeem gave the charge while addressing artisans at the Ministry of Finance premises in Ilorin, recently.
The Governor’s aide said, ” I want you to inject fresh ideas in unifying all associations under the umbrella to strengthen your activities in the state.
“The assistance and support rendered by this government are too numerous to mention in a little time but the most conspicuous of all is the auspicious enabling environment created for artisans despite the recession and other economic challenges in the country.
“The state government made it mandatory for projects executors to patronise the artisans because by so doing, it will boost the Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) of the state.”
He assured that the Governor Abdulfatah Ahmed led administration would continue to support the artisans towards their empowerment and welfare.
He further said the state government is committed towards developing small businesses and at the same time create sustainable jobs for Kwarans.
He further assured them of government’s commitment and determination to support the growth of small and medium scale enterprises in the state.
Kazeem said the state government was focused on addressing key sectors that would improve the economy.
