Gov. Dikko Radda Approves 173 Company for Interest-Free Loans
The Katsina State Enterprise Development Agency (KASEDA) has announced the approval of 100 additional businesses under the 2026 KASEDA/Bank of Industry (BOI) Interest-Free MSME Loan Programme. The second batch of beneficiaries has been cleared, and their offer letters are now ready for signing. Some beneficiaries have already received their loan disbursements.
KASEDA announced that the offer letters for the second batch of beneficiaries are now available for signing at the Bank of Industry (BOI) office. Businesses whose names appear on the published list are advised to visit the BOI office as soon as possible to complete the necessary processes.
In the first batch of the 2026 programme, KASEDA and BOI disbursed a total of N171 million to 73 Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) across Katsina State. The initiative aims to support entrepreneurs to expand their operations, create jobs, and contribute to economic growth.
The agency emphasised that the programme provides financial support without interest, reducing the burden on business owners and encouraging growth among MSMEs. The second batch approval brings the total number of beneficiaries for the 2026 programme to 173 businesses.
KASEDA remains committed to working with the Bank of Industry to ensure eligible businesses receive timely financial support. The programme is part of the economic development agenda of His Excellency, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, PhD, CON, Governor of Katsina State.
The approval of 100 additional businesses brings the total to 173 under the interest-free loan programme, demonstrating the Katsina State government’s commitment to empowering MSMEs. The programme continues to provide crucial financial support to entrepreneurs, helping them grow their businesses and create jobs. Beneficiaries are encouraged to act quickly to sign their offer letters and access the funds.
