The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has pledged its collaboration with the Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) to host the 19th edition of the Abuja International Trade Fair (AITF), recognised as the largest business platform in the FCT and its surrounding areas.
The Mandate Secretary of the FCTA, Ubokutom Nyam, gave the pledge during a meeting with the planning committee for the fair, led by the 2nd Deputy President of ACCI and Chairman of the Organising Committee, Dr Aliyu Idi Hong, in Abuja.
The annual AITF serves as a vital gathering for local and international businesses to facilitate networking, exhibitions, and service connectivity.
Nyam expressed eagerness about the forthcoming event slated for September, stressing that it will not only be fully participatory but also ensure its success and enhance the prestige of the city.
He commended the efforts of the ACCI in promoting business initiatives within the FCT even as he emphasised the administration’s commitment to establishing a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) framework aimed at driving economic growth in the city.
He stated that the ACCI will be part of the board to highlight the importance of collaboration in fostering a conducive business environment.
Aliyu Idi Hong who disclosed this year’s theme as “Mobility: Options for Transportation, Trade Finance and Taxation,” also emphasized that the Chamber’s role in representing the private sector’s interests will not be compromised while working closely with the FCTA.
He stated that the ACCI is an integral arm of the FCT, engaging with the business community to promote economic activities
“Even though it is a private organisation, we are doing the work of the FCT from the private sector angle, everything we do is to organise the body of the private sector in the FCT for businesses in Abuja,” he explained.
He lauded the Minister of the FCT for the evident progress in transforming the city, adding that this development would enable Abuja to compare favourably with other parts of the world in terms of all-around development.
The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Dogo Aliyu Wadata, applauded ACCI’s contributions to enhancing the business landscape in the FCT
He assured that the secretariat is actively developing policies to improve the ease of doing business in Abuja and pledged continued collaboration to ensure the success of this year’s AITF with a strong commitment to partnership beyond mere participation, adding that the FCTA and ACCI are looking towards creating a transformative impact on the business ecosystem in the Federal Capital Territory.
The Director General of the ACCI, Mr. Agabaidu Chukwuemeka Jideani expressed his appreciation to the Mandate Secretary for receiving the ACCI team and stated that the ACCI would be delighted to have the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Barr. Nyesom Wike, declare the fair open on the 23rd of September 2024.
