The Nigerian government has restated the need for citizens to patronize and promote goods made in Nigeria for the sustainable economic development of the country.
The Permanent Secretary, Special Services Office and the Supervising Permanent Secretary, Political and Economic Affairs Office in the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Mohammed Sanusi Danjuma made the call Saturday at the Regional and State Coordinators Conference of Made-in-Nigeria in Abuja.
Danjuma, who was represented by the Director, International Organization Department, Musiliu Oladunjoye, stated that the conference is a crucial step in Nigeria’s journey towards economic growth and development noting that effective collaboration, innovative solutions and capacity building will serve as a booster to the Made-in-Nigeria project.
The Permanent Secretary said, ”Today,we gather to strengthen our collective efforts in promoting Made in Nigeria goods and Services.
”This Conference is very crucial step in out journey towards economic growth and development which is in line with the Renewed Hope agenda of the administration of President Bola Tinubu.”
The National Coordinator of the Made in Nigeria Project, under the International Organization Department in the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Nwabueze said that the “Made in Nigeria” project is beyond a slogan, but a movement that has the capacity to boost Nigeria’s economic fortune.
He, therefore, urged all Nigerians to take pride in patronising products and services that are homegrown, crafted, and delivered by talented entrepreneurs, artisans and innovators in the country.
He said, ”This initiative is a celebration of Nigerian creativity, resilience and the vast potential that lies within our borders.
”The world is watching and the future is ours to build a greater Nigeria. Let us make Nigeria proud as we embark on this viable venture which will eventually transform Nigeria into a paradise.”
While delivering his keynote address, Barrister Promise Ogadinma Mbani, the Eastern Coordinator of Made-in-Nigeria Products observed that one of the major setbacks for the ‘Made in Nigeria’ products is the cultural preference for foreign products.
He advocated for registration, standardisation and promotion of Made-in-Nigeria products and services in the country in order to improve patronage within and outside the shores of the country.
He further emphasized the need to educate, sensitize and create awareness among Nigerians.
Highlights of the event was the inauguration and presentation of state coordinators of the Made in Nigeria project.
