National Stakeholder Engagement on Water Resources Management and Inauguration of the Made in Nigeria Project Held on 11th - 12th May, 2026, in Lafia, Nasarawa State

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National Stakeholder Engagement on Water Resources Management and Inauguration of the Made in Nigeria Project Held  on 11th - 12th May, 2026, in Lafia, Nasarawa State

The National Stakeholder Engagement on Water Resources Management, alongside the inauguration and retreat of the National Brand Development and Made in Nigeria Project State Executive Council, was successfully held on 11–12 May 2026 at the Aliyu Akwe Banquet Hall, Government House, Lafia, Nasarawa State.

The high-level engagement brought together policymakers, development partners, investors, private sector operators, water experts, state coordinators, and representatives of relevant MDAs, marking a coordinated push toward economic transformation, industrial development, and sustainable water governance.



Introduction and Strategic Context

Hosted by the Government of Nasarawa State under the leadership of Governor Engr. Abdullahi A. Sule, the programme served as a multi-sector platform for policy alignment, institutional strengthening, and investment coordination.

The event also aligned with Nigeria’s broader economic reform agenda and ongoing national efforts to promote local content development, industrialization, and global engagement, including preparations for the Singapore Water Summit 2026.

Key Objectives of the Programme

The engagement and retreat were structured around several strategic objectives, including:

  • Formal inauguration of national and state structures of the Made in Nigeria Project

  • Capacity building and strategic orientation for project officials

  • Strengthening collaboration between federal and state institutions

  • Promotion of local production and industrialization

  • Development of implementation frameworks and performance indicators

  • Mobilization of investment and development partnerships

  • Preparation for participation in the Singapore Water Summit 2026

  • Advancement of sustainable water resource management strategies

  • Positioning Nasarawa State as an investment hub

Major Highlights of the Events

1. Inauguration of the Made in Nigeria Project

The official inauguration marked the formal launch of the National Brand Development and Made in Nigeria Project at both national and sub-national levels.

Key activities included:

  • Presentation of project mandates and implementation goals

  • Introduction of state coordinators and operational structures

  • Calls for nationwide ownership and stakeholder participation

  • Advocacy for increased patronage of Nigerian-made goods

The initiative was positioned as a strategic intervention aimed at boosting manufacturing, job creation, innovation, and reducing import dependence.

2. Decoration of the Governor as Grand Patron

Governor Engr. Abdullahi A. Sule of Nasarawa State was formally decorated as Grand Patron of the National Brand Development and Made in Nigeria Project, symbolizing state-level leadership and commitment to the initiative.

3. Strategic Retreat and Capacity Building Sessions

The retreat provided structured technical engagement for project officials and stakeholders, focusing on:

  • Implementation frameworks and governance structures

  • Monitoring and evaluation systems

  • Stakeholder engagement strategies

  • Financial sustainability and resource mobilization

  • Public-private partnership development

  • Communication and media strategies

  • Institutional coordination mechanisms

Participants described the sessions as highly practical and outcome-oriented.

4. Water Resources Management Stakeholder Engagement

The water sector engagement focused on Nigeria’s sustainable water governance strategy and preparation for the Singapore Water Summit 2026.

Key discussion areas included:

  • Integrated water resources management

  • Climate change and water security

  • Irrigation and agricultural productivity

  • Flood and drought mitigation strategies

  • Water infrastructure development

  • Digital innovation in water governance

  • International cooperation and investment opportunities

The session also developed preliminary policy directions for Nigeria’s international engagement at the upcoming summit.

Major Outcomes and Achievements

Institutional Strengthening

The programme established stronger coordination frameworks for the nationwide implementation of the Made in Nigeria Project.

Stakeholder Commitment

Strong commitments were recorded from:

  • Federal and state governments

  • Development partners

  • Private sector organizations

  • Investors and entrepreneurs

Strategic Partnerships

New collaborations emerged across:

  • Government institutions

  • Investment agencies

  • Water sector experts

  • Manufacturing stakeholders

  • Development organizations

Policy Impact and Development Outcomes

The engagement produced actionable recommendations aimed at:

  • Strengthening industrial development

  • Expanding national branding initiatives

  • Improving water governance systems

  • Increasing investment inflows

  • Enhancing sustainable economic growth

Participants also expressed renewed confidence in Nigeria’s industrial potential and coordinated development strategy.

Key Recommendations

The programme recommended:

  • Sustained funding for the Made in Nigeria Project

  • Stronger federal–state collaboration

  • Increased private sector participation

  • Establishment of state implementation committees

  • Expanded public awareness campaigns on local products

  • Continuous capacity building for officials

  • Strengthened water sector investment frameworks

  • Early preparation for the Singapore Water Summit 2026

  • Institutionalized monitoring and evaluation systems

  • Expanded international development partnerships

Conclusion

The successful hosting of the National Stakeholder Engagement on Water Resources Management and the inauguration of the Made in Nigeria Project in Nasarawa State demonstrated Nigeria’s commitment to industrial transformation, sustainable resource management, and investment-driven growth.

The programme established a strong foundation for implementation, stakeholder collaboration, and policy coordination, while reinforcing Nasarawa State’s emerging position as a hub for investment and national development initiatives.

With sustained commitment from stakeholders, the outcomes are expected to contribute significantly to economic diversification, local content development, and Nigeria’s global competitiveness.

Next Steps

  • The next engagement is scheduled to be held in Kogi State

  • Abia State is expected to finalize preparations for its October 2026 programme

  • Participants for the Singapore Water Summit 2026 are required to complete documentation and payment processes for early arrangements

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