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

Barcelona Africa Summit 2026: Strengthening Spain–Africa Industrial and Trade Partnerships By the  Made in Nigeria Project Office (MAiNPro) The Barcelona Spain–Africa Summit 2026 marks a strategic milestone in advancing economic cooperation between Spain and African nations, with a strong emphasis on industrialization, trade expansion, and investment mobilization. As Africa accelerates its transition toward production-driven growth, Barcelona emerges as a key European gateway for structured engagement. Organized within the broader 2026 international investment drive, the summit aligns with the industrial transformation agenda championed by the Made in Nigeria Project Office (MAiNPro) under the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF). Strategic Context: Spain as a Gateway to European Markets Spain holds a critical position in Africa–Europe trade relations. As one of Nigeria’s leading European energy buyers, Spain’s economic relationship with Africa ...

Asia–Africa Summit 2026: Made in Nigeria Project Office Leads Strategic Nigeria–China Engagement The Asia–Africa Summit 2026 is scheduled to take place from October 15th – 17th, 2026 , in Shanghai , China. While some references have mentioned Deqing, official promotional materials from the Made in Nigeria Project Office (MAiNPro) and the Globe Chamber of Commerce & Industry (GCCI) confirm Shanghai as the primary host city for this specific timeframe. Organized under the auspices of the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) , the summit represents a high-impact economic diplomacy platform designed to move beyond dialogue into measurable trade flows, industrial collaboration, and long-term investment outcomes. Event Overview Dates: October 15th – 17th, 2026 Location: Shanghai, China Organizers: Made in Nigeria Project Office & Globe Chamber of Commerce & Industry Mandate: Deepen Asia–Africa trade integration with a focus ...

Nigeria–Bahrain Agro-Commodities & Food Expo 2026: Expanding Nigeria’s Non-Oil Export Frontiers By Made in Nigeria Project office, Abuja The Nigeria–Bahrain Agro-Commodities and Food Expo 2026 is a strategic international trade exhibition designed to position Nigeria’s agricultural and agro-processed products within the Gulf market. Scheduled for April 1st–5th, 2026 , the event will take place in Manama , Kingdom of Bahrain . The expo is organized by the National Brand Development in collaboration with the Made in Nigeria Special Project Office , operating under the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF) . This initiative forms part of Nigeria’s broader economic diplomacy strategy to strengthen trade relations with Gulf nations while accelerating non-oil export growth. Event Overview Organizer: National Brand Development & Made in Nigeria Special Project Office (OSGF) Date: April 1st – 5th, 2026 Venue: Manama, Bahrain Flagship H...

Made in Nigeria Special Project Office: Driving Local Production and Economic Growth The Made in Nigeria Special Project Office , based in Abuja under the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF) , is spearheading a national push to increase the production, visibility, and consumption of locally manufactured goods. Located at 13 David Ejoor Street, Abuja , the office functions as a strategic coordination hub for advancing Nigeria’s transition from a consumption-driven economy to a production-led industrial powerhouse. The initiative is led by National Coordinator George Buchi Nwabueze , whose mandate centers on SME empowerment, policy advocacy, and strengthening Nigeria’s domestic manufacturing ecosystem through 2030. Strategic Vision: Strengthening Local Content At its core, the Made in Nigeria initiative seeks to: Reduce import dependency by increasing domestic production capacity Boost GDP through value-added manufacturing Strengthen Nigeria...

Globe Chamber of Commerce & Industry (GCCI): Advancing Global Trade from Abuja The Globe Chamber of Commerce & Industry (GCCI) is an international trade and investment organization founded in 2019, with institutional roots tracing back to 1996. Headquartered in Abuja, Nigeria, GCCI is dedicated to fostering global business expansion, industrialization, and cross-border economic collaboration . Positioned as a bridge between markets, GCCI works to strengthen bilateral and multilateral partnerships that drive sustainable development and investment flows. Mission and Strategic Focus GCCI’s core mission is to grow, connect, and expand international trade while positioning itself as a leading global business development platform. Its strategic objectives include: Promoting industrialization and value-added production Enhancing human capital development Facilitating international trade linkages Encouraging foreign direct investment (FDI) into emerging markets The organ...

Bahrain: A Strategic Gulf Economy Balancing Tradition and Modern Diversification Bahrain is a small but strategically significant island nation in the Persian Gulf, located between Saudi Arabia and Qatar . With a population of approximately 1.6 million more than half of whom are expatriates, Bahrain has positioned itself as a high-income, diversified economy and a regional hub for finance, manufacturing, and business services. National Profile Capital and Geography Capital: Manama Geography: An archipelago of over 33 islands Land Area: Approximately 760 square kilometers Connectivity: Linked to Saudi Arabia via the King Fahd Causeway Despite its modest landmass, Bahrain’s geographic position has historically made it a gateway between East and West , enhancing its trade and financial importance. Political Structure Bahrain operates as a constitutional monarchy ruled by the Al Khalifa family. Head of State: Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa System: Constitution...