NASENI Backs President Tinubu’s Policy on Local Content

The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s “Nigeria First Policy”.

The Agency describes the policy, which prioritizes locally made goods and indigenous solutions in government procurement, as a bold step toward accelerating Nigeria’s industrial revolution and economic growth.

NASENI’s Executive Vice Chairman and CEO, Khalil Suleiman Halilu, commended the policy, saying it would empower local entrepreneurs, manufacturers, and technology innovators.

He anticipates a significant increase in patronage of Nigerian-made products, translating into increased demand across key sectors.

Halilu noted that NASENI has long championed local content through its initiatives, including developing Nigerian-assembled vehicles, energy systems, smart irrigation tools, and electronic devices.

The agency has also been engaging stakeholders across states to boost innovation, address manufacturing challenges, and encourage the adoption of homegrown solutions.

Halilu emphasized that local producers must deliver products that compete favourably with imports and meet the needs of Nigerian consumers.

“It is not enough to enjoy policy support, quality and standards must never be compromised,” he said.

The agency has affirmed its readiness to lead the charge in implementing the President’s vision. With the right support, NASENI believes that Nigeria can achieve true industrialization powered by local solutions.