Katsina State Takes Bold Steps to Boost Business Environment
- Sulaiman Umar
- 25 Dec, 2023
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In a move to enhance the business climate in Katsina State, Governor Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, has issued the State Action on Business Enabling Reform Order. This order, effective from the 22nd day of December 2023, aims to streamline and improve various processes across key government departments.
In a Press Statement issued by Mallam Ibrahim Kaula Mohammed, the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor highlighted that the initiative is in line with the Radda's government commitment to foster responsible investment, particularly in land-intensive agriculture. The state government emphasizes its dedication to implementing the Policy Framework for Responsible Investment in Land-Intensive Agriculture (FRILIA).
To ensure transparency and efficiency, the following information will be published in the State Gazette and widely circulated:
1. Ministry of Land and Physical Planning:
I. Certificate of Occupancy (CofO) procedure and fees.
II. Service Level Agreement (SLA).
III. Grievances Redress Mechanism (GRM).
IV. Mandatory Advance Communication for upcoming changes.
2. Ministry of Commerce, Trade, and Investment:
I. Business Premises Registration.
Service Level Agreement (SLA).
Grievances Redress Mechanism (GRM).
II. Mandatory Advance Communication for upcoming changes.
3. Katsina State Internal Revenue Services:
I. Motor Vehicle Registration.
Service Level Agreement (SLA).
Grievances Redress Mechanism (GRM).
II. Mandatory Advance Communication for upcoming changes.
4. Katsina State Water Board:
I. Water Connection Guidelines.
Service Level Agreement (SLA).
Grievances Redress Mechanism (GRM).
II. Mandatory Advance Communication for upcoming changes.
5. Katsina State Bureau for Public Procurements:
I. Procedures for Contract Registration.
Service Level Agreement (SLA).
Grievances Redress Mechanism (GRM).
II. Mandatory Advance Communication for upcoming changes.
5. Katsina State Urban and Regional Planning Board:
I. Process and Procedures of Property Registration.
II. Service Level Agreement (SLA).
Grievances Redress Mechanism (GRM).
III. Mandatory Advance Communication for upcoming changes.
IV. The Governor also announced that local taxes and levies are to be paid annually through consolidated demand notices, simplifying the payment process for citizens.
V. This strategic move by the Katsina State Government reflects its commitment to creating a business-friendly environment and promoting responsible investment practices.
Ibrahim Kaula Mohammed,
Chief Press Secretary to the Katsina State Governor.
December 23rd 2023
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