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

National Brands Development, Made in Nigeria Project Office Unveils Second Quarter International Expo and Exhibition Programme for 2026 The National Brands Development, Made in Nigeria Project Office , under The Presidency , has unveiled its Second Quarter International Expo and Exhibition Programme for 2026 , setting out an ambitious calendar of international engagements aimed at promoting Nigerian products, strengthening economic diplomacy, expanding export markets, and attracting foreign investment. The programme reflects the Office's commitment to advancing the Nigeria First Policy by providing Nigerian manufacturers, exporters, entrepreneurs, and investors with access to strategic global platforms where they can showcase the country's products, services, investment opportunities, and creative potential. Spanning Europe and Asia, the scheduled events will position Nigeria before international investors, policymakers, buyers, and development partners while reinforcing the c...

National Products Fair 2026 Set to Showcase Nigeria’s Innovation, Enterprise and Industrial Potential in Abia State By  National Brands Development and Made in Nigeria Project Office In Collaboration with  Abia State Government The National Brands Development and Made in Nigeria Project Office , under The Presidency , in collaboration with the Abia State Government , has announced the National Products Fair 2026 , a flagship exhibition designed to promote Nigerian-made products, strengthen local industries, attract investment, and accelerate the country's industrialisation agenda. Scheduled to take place from September 21 to 25, 2026 , at the International Conference Centre (ICC), Umuahia, Abia State , the five-day event will bring together manufacturers, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), investors, policymakers, development partners, and business leaders from across Nigeria and beyond. The fair is expected to serve as one of the country's largest platforms for showca...

National Brands Development and Made in Nigeria Project Office Unveils Global Expo Roadmap to Expand Nigeria's International Trade Presence The National Brands Development and Made in Nigeria Project Office (NBDMNPO) has unveiled its Second Quarter International Expo and Exhibition Programmes , a strategic calendar of global trade missions designed to showcase Nigerian products, attract foreign investment, and strengthen international partnerships. With the theme "Connecting Nigeria to the World," the initiative reflects the Project Office's commitment to promoting Nigerian-made goods and services while creating new opportunities for businesses to access international markets. Through participation in major global exhibitions and economic forums, the programme seeks to position Nigeria as a competitive destination for trade, manufacturing, investment, and innovation. Taking Nigerian Products to Global Markets The international exhibition roadmap forms part of the Ma...

Made in Nigeria Project Office Abuja, Core Mandates: Driving Nigeria's Transition from Consumption to Production Nigeria's economic transformation agenda continues to gain momentum through the initiatives of the Made in Nigeria Project Office Abuja (MAiNPro) , an institution dedicated to promoting local manufacturing, supporting indigenous brands, attracting investment, and positioning Nigeria as a globally competitive production economy. The image highlights the core mandate of the Made in Nigeria Project Office, outlining a comprehensive framework designed to stimulate industrialisation, strengthen local enterprises, combat counterfeit products, and create sustainable economic opportunities for Nigerians. Transforming Nigeria into a Production Economy At the heart of the Made in Nigeria Project Office's mission is the drive to shift Nigeria from a consumption-driven economy to a production-led nation. For decades, Nigeria has relied heavily on imported goods despite poss...

Lagos and Abuja Account for Nearly One-Fifth of Nigeria’s Fibre Optic Network, NCC Data Shows Nigeria has deployed 101,148.36 kilometres of fibre optic cable across its 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), marking significant progress in expanding the country's digital infrastructure. However, new data from the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) reveals a notable imbalance in the distribution of this critical infrastructure, with Lagos and Abuja accounting for nearly one-fifth of the national fibre network. According to a Nairametrics analysis of state-by-state infrastructure data released by the NCC, Lagos State and the FCT together host 18,559.83 kilometres of fibre optic cable , representing 18.35% of Nigeria's total deployed fibre network. The figures highlight the concentration of broadband infrastructure in the nation's commercial and administrative centres, even as many other states continue to face gaps in digital connectivity. Fibre Infrast...

Egypt Lodges FIFA Complaint Against Referee François Letexier After Argentina World Cup Match The Egyptian Football Association (EFA) has officially lodged a complaint with FIFA against French referee François Letexier and his officiating team following Egypt's match against Argentina at the 2026 FIFA World Cup . The complaint reflects the EFA's dissatisfaction with the refereeing performance during the match, with the federation requesting that Letexier not be assigned to officiate any further matches at the tournament. Egypt Challenges Officiating Decisions According to the Egyptian Football Association, the complaint was submitted to FIFA after reviewing the officiating in the match against Argentina. The federation has expressed concerns over the referee's performance and has formally asked world football's governing body to prevent François Letexier and his officiating team from handling additional fixtures during the remainder of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. While...