The Nigerian Association of Small Scale Industrialists (NASSI) has partnered with Zamkah Technologies to empower small entrepreneurs and transform their businesses into global brands. This initiative aims to boost Nigeria's domestic growth through small businesses. The partnership will provide a platform for small business owners to interact, share ideas, and explore areas of collaboration to strengthen the economy and reduce dependence on the government.
The 35th national convention of NASSI is scheduled to take place on December 1, 2026, in Abuja. According to NASSI's National President, Chief Solomon Daniel Vongfa, the convention will provide a deliberate platform for entrepreneurs to interact, cross-fertilize ideas, and find areas of collaboration. This will enable them to build a stronger economy and reduce over-dependence on the government.
NASSI is a non-profit organization founded in 1978 to support and promote micro, small, and medium-scale enterprises (MSMEs) across Nigeria. The association strives to open up access to finance for entrepreneurs, helping members secure funding, loans, and grants through partnerships with institutions like the Bank of Industry.
The convention and interaction will offer entrepreneurs the opportunity to forge the right alliances, unlocking capacity-building opportunities for staff through training programs, workshops, and business seminars. Dr. Vongfa stated that as an organization advocating for government policies that make it easier to run a small business in Nigeria, the convention will explore possible avenues for business models that suit businesses and make them competitive.
One of NASSI's key responsibilities is to organize trade fairs and expos to promote local products. The association's programs align with the government's emphasis on boosting local products for both local and foreign consumption. NASSI has taken bold steps to ensure that Nigeria remains the giant of Africa, not only on paper but in reality.
To achieve this, NASSI is determined to double its efforts on domestic production, quality of products, and ensuring that entrepreneurs have access to financing and are mentally equipped. The association's initiatives aim to support the growth of small businesses, which are critical to Nigeria's economic development.
The partnership between NASSI and Zamkah Technologies is expected to have a positive impact on Nigeria's economy. By empowering small businesses, the initiative can help create jobs, increase economic activity, and reduce poverty. The convention and subsequent programs will provide a platform for small business owners to access resources, expertise, and networks that can help them grow and compete globally.
Key points
- NASSI partners with Zamkah Technologies to empower small entrepreneurs and transform their businesses into global brands.
- The 35th national convention of NASSI will take place on December 1, 2026, in Abuja, providing a platform for entrepreneurs to interact and explore areas of collaboration.
- NASSI's initiatives aim to support the growth of small businesses, which are critical to Nigeria's economic development.
