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Opportunities and Challenges Nigerian Entrepreneurs are Likely to Face in a New Political Climate

Blessing Osazuwa by Blessing Osazuwa
March 1, 2023
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Nigeria is home to a large number of entrepreneurs in Africa. Nigerian entrepreneurs will likely face new opportunities and challenges as the country undergoes a political shift with new leadership. The political climate determines how many options Nigerian business owners have to build sustainable businesses and contribute to the growth of the country’s economy. In this article, we will discuss the opportunities and challenges Nigerian businessmen and women are likely to meet in a new administration.

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Opportunities 

1. Ease of Doing Business: The new political climate is expected to make it easier to do business in Nigeria. The government is expected to implement policies that promote the ease of doing business, including the reduction of bureaucracy, improved infrastructure, and investment in technology. These policies will create an enabling environment for entrepreneurs to start and grow their businesses.

2. Access to Funding: Nigerian entrepreneurs have always faced a funding gap, with limited access to capital. The new administration ought to provide more funding opportunities for entrepreneurs, including grants, loans, and venture capital. This will enable entrepreneurs to access the capital they need to start and grow their businesses.

3. Innovation and Technology: With new leadership, innovation and technology in Nigeria should be promoted. The government is expected to invest in technology infrastructure and provide incentives for innovation. This will create opportunities for entrepreneurs to build technology-driven businesses that can compete globally.

Challenges

1. Economic Instability: The Nigerian economy has been unstable in recent years, with high inflation, and a  weak currency. These factors have made it difficult for entrepreneurs to operate their businesses. The new political environment should address these issues, putting in the necessary efforts to stabilize the economy.

2. Corruption: Corruption has been a major challenge for Nigerian entrepreneurs, with many businesses struggling to navigate bureaucracy and obtain necessary permits. This must be tackled to develop and maintain a healthy system for businesses to thrive.

3. Lack of infrastructure: If the government does not work to make these areas better, the ease of doing business will be affected. Nigeria’s infrastructure remains underdeveloped for the most part, which poses a challenge for entrepreneurs looking to establish and grow their businesses. Poor road networks, inadequate power supply, and limited internet connectivity could all hinder business operations.

4. Security: Security has also been a main issue for Nigerian SMEs, with many businesses struggling to operate in areas affected by terrorism and banditry. The government should make provisions to improve security as well.

As the nation gears up for new leadership, the political climate in Nigeria will open doors to both opportunities and challenges for citizens including entrepreneurs. While the government should take responsibility for implementing policies that promote ease of doing business, access to funding, and innovation and technology, entrepreneurs must navigate the challenges of economic instability, corruption, and security. With the right support and enabling environment, Nigerian entrepreneurs can grow sustainable businesses and contribute to their country’s economy.

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