Although it isn’t spoken of so much, it is almost incredible for many when they find out how a lot of factors make Ebonyi state a viable state to run an online business.
When it comes to places to own an online business in Nigeria, places like Lagos, Port-Harcourt and Abuja come readily to mind.
However, Ebonyi State has a variety of conditions that make it incredibly conducive to run a business.
1. AFFORDABLE COST OF LIVING
This means that business owners can allocate more of their resources into growing their ventures rather than covering high living costs.
In the midst of fast-rising prices of goods and services due to inflation; Ebonyi seems experience relatively low prices that isn’t moving in pace with places like Edo and Lagos states.
There is also close proximity of local farmers to town which makes it easier to get groceries at cheap prices.
2. LOW COST OF HIRING SPECIALIZED LABOUR
A business striving to establish itself invests heavily in acquiring specialised labour. Hiring these skillful individuals at an affordable rate is a game changer, albeit difficult to achieve.
Ebonyi State boasts of a growing pool of adept professionals, yet the cost of employing these experts remains affordable compared to other regions. In the field of information Technology, young people are exposed early to the fundamentals IT thanks to visionary organisations like Codefest Academy.
3. SAFETY OF LIVES AND PROPERTIES
It is one thing to build a prospering business. It’s another thing to ensure that your staff and assets are safe. Common sense says that you have to be alive before you are able to manage a business.
Ebonyi state boasts of a robust police presence and other relevant security agencies that ensure residents can carry out their day to day activities without fear. This commitment to safety provides an atmosphere where entrepreneurs can confidently establish their businesses, knowing that their investments and livelihoods are well-protected.
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