Bauchi State Government, through the Office of the Special Adviser on Youth and Entrepreneurship, has urged entrepreneurs and small business owners across the state to register for the ongoing SMEDAN free CAC business registration initiative.
The initiative is aimed at supporting the growth and formalization of micro, small, and medium enterprises by helping them operate legally and gain wider business opportunities.
Under the programme, business owners are able to register their enterprises at no cost. This allows them to gain legal recognition, improve credibility, and access government programmes, financial support, training, and other business development opportunities. Officials explained that formal registration remains a key requirement for entrepreneurs seeking to expand operations and compete effectively in today’s economy.
The application process has been described as simple. Interested entrepreneurs are required to visit portal.smedan.gov.ng, create an account, and complete the necessary information as guided on the platform. Upon successful submission, eligible applicants will be supported through the free CAC registration process.
Speaking on the initiative, the Special Adviser on Youth and Entrepreneurship to the Bauchi State Government, Hon. Mohammed Atiku Isa, encouraged participation, describing the programme as “a strategic intervention aimed at empowering youths, strengthening businesses, and promoting sustainable economic development in the state.”
Eligible participants are advised to apply promptly now.
