We are proud to endorse you for AMAC, small business owners tell Moses Paul

 

The Abuja Chapter of Small Business Owners Initiative says that they are proud to announce their full endorsement of Dr. Moses Paul, the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) Chairmanship candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), according to a press statement signed by Gift Adaji, CEO Akara Xprss and made a available to journalists in Abuja on Wednesday.

The statement said: “Small businesses are the lifeblood of Nigeria’s economy. According to recent economic surveys, Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) account for nearly half of the nation’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and represent more than 96 percent of all registered businesses in Nigeria. These enterprises are also responsible for creating the vast majority of jobs, with estimates showing they employ well over 80 percent of the workforce across the country.

“Despite their importance, many small business owners still face significant challenge, among which are: limited access to affordable finance, inadequate infrastructure, unstable power supply, and bureaucratic hurdles that make growth difficult. These obstacles not only slow enterprise expansion but also limit job creation and economic resilience in local communities.”

It continued: “We believe that Dr. Moses Paul’s vision for AMAC reflects the aspirations of small business owners and entrepreneurs across the council area. His commitment to creating an enabling environment where small businesses can thrive through improved access to markets, skills training, supportive policies, and investment in critical infrastructure — aligns with what our community urgently needs.

“Under Dr. Moses Paul’s leadership, we see the possibility of: A strengthened local economy that retains and attracts investment; More structured support for entrepreneurs, especially youth and women-led businesses; Enhanced employment opportunities and sustainable wealth creation for residents of AMAC and; A business-friendly administration that understands small business realities and leverages them to build prosperity for all.”

It concluded this: “Small businesses are not just economic contributors — they are incubators of innovation, community growth, and social stability. The endorsement of Dr. Moses Paul is a recognition that AMAC requires leadership willing to unleash the full potential of this sector, support local enterprise, and transform the economic landscape of our council.

“We call on all stakeholders, residents, and friends of enterprise development in AMAC to join us in supporting this vision on 21st February 2026.”