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

Made in Nigeria Project Office Vision: Transforming Nigeria into a Production-Driven Industrial Powerhouse The Made in Nigeria Project Office is advancing a bold national vision: to transform Nigeria from a resource-dependent economy into a vibrant, manufacturing-oriented powerhouse, while repositioning its population from consumers into active producers within a dynamic industrial ecosystem. This vision reflects a structural shift in economic thinking, moving away from extractive growth models toward value creation, industrial productivity, and export competitiveness. From Resource Dependence to Industrial Production For decades, Nigeria’s economic model has been heavily reliant on raw resource extraction, particularly crude oil. While this has generated revenue, it has also exposed the economy to volatility, limited job creation, and constrained industrial depth. The Made in Nigeria Project Office seeks to reverse this pattern by prioritising: Local manufacturing and industri...

Made in Nigeria Project Office Partners with Chinese Medical Firm to Transform Primary Health Centres The Made in Nigeria Project Office has initiated a strategic partnership with a Chinese medical company to overhaul Nigeria’s primary healthcare system through a comprehensive programme focused on management reform, equipment deployment, administrative strengthening, and Monitoring, Evaluation, and Accountability (MEA). The initiative is designed as a scalable intervention targeting Primary Health Centres (PHCs) across the country to improve service delivery, operational efficiency, and long-term sustainability at the grassroots level. A Structured Approach to PHC Transformation The proposed programme goes beyond traditional equipment donations, adopting a full-system upgrade model built around four core pillars: Management optimization: Introducing structured governance frameworks, performance metrics, and operational protocols for PHC administrators Equipment modernization:...

Strategic Meeting with Asia–Africa Summit Vice Chairman, Mr Mansur,  Signals Momentum for Nigeria’s Global Trade Positioning, with Hon. Nwabueze George, National Coordinator, Made in Nigeria Project Office at the National Secretariat The National Secretariat of the Made in Nigeria Project Office recently hosted a high-level strategic meeting with the Vice Chairman of the Asia–Africa Summit, marking a key step in preparations for the upcoming continental engagement. The meeting underscores Nigeria’s growing role in shaping cross-continental trade, industrial cooperation, and investment flows between Asia and Africa. Aligning Nigeria’s Industrial Agenda with Global Partnerships At the core of the discussions was the alignment of Nigeria’s “production-first” economic strategy with opportunities emerging from Asia–Africa collaboration frameworks. The Made in Nigeria Project Office highlighted its mandate to reposition the country from a consumption-driven economy to a manufacturing and...

Abia State Government to Host National Products Fair 2026 in Umuahia Abia State Promoting Local Brands  Excellence: The National Products Fair 2026 & Made in Nigeria Expo If you are passionate about boosting local industries, supporting Nigerian innovation, and connecting with business leaders, mark your calendars. The  National Products Fair 2026  is set to take center stage, and it promises to be a landmark event for the country’s economy. Held in conjunction with the  Made in Nigeria Expo  and an  Economic Forum , this event is more than just an exhibition; it’s a movement towards self-reliance and industrial growth. Event Details at a Glance Event:  National Products Fair, 2026 (With Made in Nigeria Expo, Exhibition and Economic Forum) Date:  21st – 25th September, 2026 Venue:  International Conference Centre, Umuahia, Abia State Why This Fair Matters For years, the conversation has shifted from import dependency to local production. ...

Asia–Africa Summit 2026 in Deqing, China: A Strategic Platform for Exchange, Investment, and Industrial Collaboration convened by the Made in Nigeria Project Office (Abuja), the Deqing County Government, and the Globe Chamber of Commerce The upcoming Asia–Africa Summit 2026 , scheduled to take place from October 15–17 in Deqing, China , is set to become a major convergence point for policymakers, investors, and industry leaders seeking to deepen economic cooperation between the two continents. The summit is being jointly convened by the Made in Nigeria Project Office (Abuja), the Deqing County Government, and the Globe Chamber of Commerce, reflecting a coordinated effort to translate diplomatic engagement into tangible trade and industrial outcomes. Deqing Positioned as a Gateway for Asia–Africa Engagement Deqing County has emerged as a strategic host location, known for its growing industrial base, innovation clusters, and proximity to major economic hubs in eastern China. By ho...

Made in Nigeria Campaign: Repositioning Local Consumption, Production, and Economic Self-Reliance The “Made in Nigeria” campaign is a national economic and behavioural reorientation initiative aimed at encouraging Nigerians to prioritize locally produced goods and services over imported alternatives. Often summarized under the philosophy of “good thinking, great product,” the movement seeks to strengthen domestic production, create jobs, and stimulate sustainable economic growth. At its core, the campaign promotes a shift in consumer mindset, challenging long-held perceptions that foreign goods are inherently superior while building confidence in the quality and competitiveness of Nigerian-made products. Reorienting Consumer Behaviour and National Identity A central pillar of the campaign is reorientation. It seeks to build a culture of national pride in local production by encouraging citizens to actively choose Nigerian-made goods across everyday consumption categories. This behaviou...