The National Centre for Brands Development and Made in Nigeria Project Office(MainPro)

Core Mandate of the Made in Nigeria Project Office: Driving Industrial Growth and National Brand Development The Made in Nigeria Project Office is a strategic national initiative designed to reposition Nigeria’s economy from a consumption-driven structure to a production-oriented and industrialized one. Its core mandate focuses on strengthening local manufacturing, supporting national brands, and building a globally competitive industrial ecosystem. 1. Economic Promotion and Transition to a Production Economy A central objective of the Made in Nigeria Project Office is to promote economic transformation by supporting Nigeria’s shift from consumption to production. This is achieved through: Expansion of local manufacturing capacity Encouragement of industrialization across key sectors Reduction of import dependency Strengthening domestic value chains The long-term goal is to build a self-reliant economy driven by Nigerian-made goods and services. 2. Identification and Revival of Moribun...

Ministry of Industry and SMEs, Abia State Partners with Made in Nigeria Project Office for National Products Fair from 22nd to 27th September 2026 The Ministry of Industry and Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), Abia State , in collaboration with the Project Office of the National Brands Development and Made in Nigeria Project , is calling on manufacturers, entrepreneurs, SMEs, cooperatives, artisans, and innovators to participate in the National Products Fair 2026 , scheduled to hold from 22nd to 27th September 2026 at the International Conference Centre (ICC), Umuahia, Abia State . The National Products Fair is a flagship initiative designed to promote indigenous industries, showcase the quality of Made-in-Nigeria products, and connect local businesses with investors, distributors, buyers, and development partners from across Nigeria and beyond. A Platform for Economic Growth The fair will provide participants with an exceptional opportunity to: Showcase locally manufactured produc...

Nigeria-Spain Economic Forum 2026 Set to Strengthen Bilateral Trade and Investment By National Brands Development and Made in Nigeria Project Office The National Brands Development and Made in Nigeria Project Office , under The Presidency , has announced the Nigeria-Spain Economic Forum 2026 , a high-level bilateral business event aimed at strengthening economic cooperation between Nigeria and Spain. Scheduled to be held from 19th to 21st August 2026 in Barcelona, Spain , the forum will bring together government officials, business leaders, investors, manufacturers, exporters, entrepreneurs, and development partners from both countries to explore new opportunities for trade, investment, and industrial collaboration. The event reflects Nigeria's growing commitment to expanding international economic partnerships that support industrialisation, promote locally manufactured products, and attract foreign direct investment into strategic sectors of the economy. A Platform for Bilateral...

Promoting Indigenous Brands: A Pathway to Nigeria's Economic Transformation, Under the Made in Nigeria Project Office, Abuja Nigeria is home to thousands of innovative businesses producing quality goods and services across agriculture, manufacturing, fashion, technology, healthcare, creative industries, and consumer products. Yet, many indigenous brands continue to face stiff competition from imported alternatives despite offering comparable quality and value. Promoting indigenous brands is therefore not just a marketing strategy; it is a national economic imperative. Strong indigenous brands stimulate local production, create employment, encourage innovation, and strengthen national identity. By supporting Nigerian brands, the country can build a resilient economy driven by domestic enterprise, increased exports, and sustainable industrial development. Understanding Indigenous Brands Indigenous brands are products and services that are conceived, developed, manufactured, or owned ...

Ghana’s Gold Purchases Stay on Record Pace as Artisanal Mining Strengthens Export Earnings Ghana’s Gold Board (GoldBod) purchased between 50 and 54 metric tonnes of gold from the country’s artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) sector during the first half of 2026 , putting the country on track to equal or surpass last year’s record production and further reinforce its position as Africa’s largest gold producer . The strong purchasing performance is expected to boost Ghana’s foreign exchange earnings, as gold continues to be the country’s largest export and one of its most important sources of US dollar inflows. Increased gold exports have played a significant role in supporting the economy as it recovers from its most severe financial crisis in decades. GoldBod Maintains Strong Buying Momentum Speaking to reporters, GoldBod Chief Executive Officer Samuel Gyamfi said the state agency has maintained robust purchasing volumes throughout the first six months of the year. According to G...

Nigeria’s Pension Assets Rise 51% to ₦31.48 Trillion as Scheme Nears 11.3 Million Contributors Nigeria's pension industry has recorded significant growth, with total pension assets rising by 51% over the past two years to ₦31.48 trillion (approximately $22.8 billion) , while the country's contributory pension scheme added nearly one million new members , bringing total enrolment to 11.32 million , according to the National Pension Commission (PenCom) . The latest figures underscore the continued expansion of Nigeria's pension system and reflect growing participation by workers and employers in the contributory pension scheme, which remains a key pillar of the country's retirement savings framework. Pension Assets Reach New Record PenCom Director-General Omolola Oloworaran disclosed that assets under management increased from ₦20.79 trillion in July 2024 to ₦31.48 trillion , representing one of the strongest periods of growth in the industry's history. According t...