Nigeria stands on the brink of a transformative shift as the government allocates funds to propel the nation’s automotive industry forward.
Dr. Doris Udoka A. (Minister of Industry)
Minister Doris Uzoka-Anite, spearheading the charge in Industry, Trade, and Investment, declares Nigeria’s readiness to kickstart local automobile manufacturing by the year’s end.
Gathered at a pivotal meeting in Abuja hosted by both the African Association of Automotive Manufacturers and the Nigerian Automotive Manufacturers Association, Uzoka-Anite underscores the significance of leveraging domestic resources for vehicle production. She emphasizes the urgent need to prioritize sourcing materials locally, setting the stage for a paradigm shift in Nigeria’s automotive landscape.
Seizing the opportunity to address a wide spectrum of stakeholders—from manufacturers and dealers to regulatory bodies—Uzoka-Anite advocates for full engagement with the Nigerian Automotive Development Policy. This policy framework serves as a blueprint for fostering homegrown innovation and industry collaboration, inviting all stakeholders to play their part in driving economic growth and prosperity, they should not leave the vision alone to the FG to achieve. All hands should be on deck.
Central to this ambitious endeavour is the collaboration with organizations like the African Association of Automotive Manufacturers. Dedicated to advancing Africa’s automotive sector, this organization works hand in hand with governments to shape policies, attract investments, and unveil the continent’s economic potential.
With a focus on promoting sustainable and affordable mobility solutions, the association serves as a catalyst for industrialization and development across Africa, anchored in its headquarters in Johannesburg, South Africa.
