The Federal Government has implemented an import-deletion program targeting motorcycle and tricycle components to stimulate domestic manufacturing, create jobs, and reduce foreign exchange reliance.
Aliko Dangote unveils a major petrochemical plant in Nigeria, producing 400,000 tonnes of detergent raw materials annually to dominate African supply chains and compete with multinationals like Unilever and PZ Cussons.
The Federal Government has launched a comprehensive industrial policy aimed at reviving dormant factories and boosting domestic manufacturing. Key measures include a proposed N3 trillion recapitalisation of the Bank of Industry, tax harmonisation, and low
Frigoglass Group has finalized the sale of its Nigerian packaging holdings, including Beta Glass Plc, to Helios Investment Partners, marking a significant ownership transition for West Africa's leading glass manufacturer.
Lafarge Africa announces expansion of Ashaka and Sagamu cement plants to 5.5 million metric tonnes annually, sparking market optimism but analysts caution on price reductions.
Chisco Transport has officially launched a vehicle assembly plant in Lagos, rolling out 80 luxury buses and 40 trucks to compete with Innoson in Nigeria's growing auto industry.
Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing is set to commission the world's largest CNG vehicle production facility in Nigeria, with capacity for 3,000 vehicles annually and creating 2,000 jobs.
Nigeria's automobile industry faces 2026 with expectations for the NAIDP Act, local production, and EV adoption, but old hurdles like policy implementation and infrastructure remain. Will this be the year of transformation?
Nigerian manufacturers face crippling energy bills up to N220m monthly, hindering competitiveness. Despite Band A promises, outages persist, forcing reliance on costly alternatives.
Pan African Manufacturers Association calls for urgent policy shift to boost local pharmaceutical production, reduce 70% import dependence, and secure Africa's healthcare future. Learn the strategic steps needed.
Chief Economist Paul Alaje argues Nigeria must shift from primary production to manufacturing to transform its economy, boost the Naira, and attract investment. Discover the roadmap.
Nigeria's Federal Government confirms operational gold refinery in Lagos and a $600 million lithium plant in Nasarawa, marking a strategic move towards local mineral processing and clean energy supply chains.
Despite the 'Nigeria First' policy and past Executive Orders, Nigeria's manufacturing sector operates below 50% capacity. Experts cite weak enforcement and infrastructure gaps as key failures.
SBA Group launches 'The SBA Solution,' reinforcing its role as Sub-Saharan Africa's critical FMCG technical backbone. Discover how they ensure operational continuity and cost efficiency for over 100 manufacturers.
The Federal Government has begun a review of Nigeria's tariff framework to strengthen industrial competitiveness and reduce production costs for domestic manufacturers. Read more.
Nigerian manufacturers call for loans below 10% and consistent economic policies to revitalize the sector in 2026, despite stable FX and new tax reliefs. Read their full demands.
Mouka, Nigeria's top bedding brand, celebrated 2026 by gifting Dreamtime Baby Mattresses and essentials to 71 newborns across 15 states, partnering with Lagos First Lady Dr. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu.
ALCMAN plans a 2026 digital platform for real-time access to Nigerian-made vehicle parts, boosting local content and after-sales service. Read more about this automotive revolution.
Ibadan industrialist Emmanuel Ogunnaike appeals to Aliko Dangote to lower diesel costs, citing crippling production expenses for manufacturers reliant on generators due to poor grid power.
Insights from Segilola Resources' leaders on unlocking Nigeria's solid minerals potential, creating jobs, and driving sustainable economic diversification away from oil dependency.
ATE CEO Onyekachi Izukanne explains how local production and regional sourcing can combat inflation, create skilled jobs for youth, and help SMEs expand across Africa. Discover the strategy.
New LCCI President Leye Kupoluyi outlines a blueprint for Nigeria's industrialisation, emphasising youth empowerment, AfCFTA benefits, and urgent reforms in power and regulation to revive manufacturing.
Sector analysts at an LBS event pinpoint macroeconomic shifts, market dynamics, and policy as critical for Nigeria's industrial growth. Learn the insights from Dangote and Rewane.
NIPRD warns Nigeria's reliance on a single WHO-prequalified antimalarial limits local manufacturing. The institute trains pharma firms to tap into the $161m global market, urging tax reliefs and incentives.
The Federal Government urges Nigerians to buy locally-made new cars, not imported used vehicles. Elizade JAC reveals a 2026 strategy for affordable pricing and warranties to disrupt the auto market.
The Nigerian government announces a mandatory vehicle recycling fee starting 2026 to tackle abandoned cars and formalise the auto recycling sector, projecting over ₦150bn in annual revenue.
CEO Patrick Ajah reveals how purpose-driven innovation, local manufacturing, and ethical governance sustain May & Baker Nigeria's 80-year healthcare leadership. Discover the strategy.
Volkswagen halts production at its Dresden 'Transparent Factory,' marking the first German plant closure in its 88-year history. The site will pivot to AI and chip research. Read more.
PromoPrint Ventures celebrates 25 years, highlighting local manufacturing resilience, innovation, and the shift from import dependence. Read the inspiring story of Nigerian enterprise.
A €1.3 billion German biorefinery is using beech wood biomass to make chemicals for tyres and clothing, aiming to cut fossil fuel reliance. Can this green gamble revive the struggling industry? Read more.