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ARTICLE · 05 DECEMBER 2022

Registering Your Business With The NIPC

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The Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission (NIPC) was established by the Nigerian government to encourage, promote and coordinate investments in the Nigerian economy.

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Dawn Osaretin Osiomwan
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The Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission (NIPC) was established by the Nigerian government to encourage, promote and coordinate investments in the Nigerian economy. Foreign-owned companies intending to carry on business in Nigeria are expected to register with the NIPC and enjoy some incentives provided by the government to them such as tax holidays for a certain period. After registration with CAC, the next step is to register with the NIPC.

Functions of NIPC

  1. Be the agency of the Federal Government to coordinate and monitor all investment promotion activities to which the NIPC Act applies.
  2. Initiate and support measures that shall enhance the investment climate in Nigeria for both Nigerian and non-Nigerian investors.

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