Abuja, Nigeria – The Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) has directed Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDA) to suspend the introduction of new policies and regulatory changes to prevent disruptions to businesses, according to a statement issued on Monday.
Okay News reports that the directive is part of the Federal Government’s broader effort to improve regulatory quality, ensure policy consistency, and strengthen Nigeria’s ease of doing business environment. The suspension will remain in place until all MDAs fully comply with the Regulatory Impact Analysis Framework, which governs evidence-based policymaking across government institutions.
PEBEC Director-General Princess Zahrah Mustapha-Audu stated that no new reform or policy will be permitted to proceed without being grounded in clear, verifiable evidence. The framework provides a structured mechanism through which such evidence-based decisions can be rigorously developed, assessed, and validated.
The directive is necessary to prevent policy shocks that may adversely affect businesses, investors, and citizens, as well as to eliminate policy inconsistencies and frequent reversals. Exceptions will only be granted in cases of urgent national interest, subject to appropriate approvals.
The Regulatory Impact Analysis Framework was introduced in January 2025 to improve transparency and ensure that policies undergo proper evaluation before implementation. All MDAs are required to align new policies with the framework before approval and rollout.
This policy suspension aims to institutionalise evidence-based policymaking, enhance transparency, and improve stakeholder confidence in government decisions.
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