PEBEC Strengthens Push to Make Nigeria a Top Global Business Destination

|By Babatunji Wusu

The Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) has renewed its drive to position Nigeria among the world’s most competitive investment hubs.

PEBEC Director-General, Princess Zahrah Mustapha Audu, made the declaration on Tuesday at an event held in Abuja to celebrate excellence in the public sector. She affirmed that Nigeria’s economic gains reflect deliberate reforms anchored on data, transparency, and the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima.

Audu highlighted the January launch of the Regulatory Impact Analysis (RIA) Framework as a major milestone for predictable, evidence-based policymaking. Citing global research, she stressed that countries with strong regulatory systems can raise annual growth by as much as 2.3 per cent.

“As we move towards 2026, our vision is clear — to make Nigeria one of the most attractive and competitive destinations for business in the world,” she stated.

Also speaking, the Deputy Chief of Staff to the President, Ibrahim Hadija, said the recognition ceremony reaffirmed the administration’s resolve to build a more business-friendly economy. He commended PEBEC for delivering measurable reforms that continue to improve the daily experience of entrepreneurs, exporters, investors, and small and medium-scale enterprises.

“Tonight, we celebrate those redefining public service with innovation, transparency, and results. These achievements remind us that Nigeria has the talent and capacity to reform when we work together,” he added.