Made in Nigeria Project Office Team Pays Courtesy Visit to the Honourable Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation as Nigeria Water Week Receives Endorsement

In a significant move aimed at strengthening collaboration between government institutions and advancing Nigeria’s industrial and economic development agenda, the Made in Nigeria Project Office paid a courtesy visit to the Honourable Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation on June 25, 2026.

The high-level engagement focused on exploring strategic partnerships that will support national development initiatives, promote local content, enhance industrial productivity, and strengthen the role of critical infrastructure in driving sustainable economic growth.

A major highlight of the visit was the endorsement of Nigeria Water Week by the Federal Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation. The endorsement underscores the ministry’s commitment to promoting awareness, innovation, investment, and stakeholder engagement in the water sector, which remains a critical pillar for national development, public health, food security, industrial expansion, and environmental sustainability.

Speaking during the meeting, representatives of the Made in Nigeria Project Office emphasized the importance of aligning sectoral development initiatives with the broader national objective of transitioning Nigeria from a consumption-driven economy to a production-led economy. They noted that access to quality water resources and sanitation infrastructure plays a vital role in supporting manufacturing, agriculture, industrial processing, and economic competitiveness.

The team further highlighted the ongoing efforts of the Made in Nigeria Project Office under the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation to drive the "Industrialize Nigeria" campaign. The initiative seeks to boost local manufacturing, strengthen indigenous industries, promote Nigerian products and services, attract investments, create jobs, and position Nigeria as a leading production hub in Africa.

The endorsement of Nigeria Water Week is expected to provide a platform for stakeholders across the public and private sectors to discuss innovative solutions, emerging technologies, investment opportunities, and policy frameworks necessary for improving water management and sanitation services across the country.

The Honourable Minister welcomed the collaboration and reaffirmed the ministry’s dedication to supporting initiatives that contribute to sustainable development, economic growth, and improved quality of life for Nigerians. The minister emphasized that water remains an indispensable resource for industrial development, agricultural productivity, environmental protection, and national prosperity.

The courtesy visit also provided an opportunity to discuss how strategic partnerships can accelerate the achievement of national development goals while fostering greater participation of local businesses, manufacturers, technology providers, and investors in the water and sanitation value chain.

As Nigeria continues its pursuit of industrial transformation and economic diversification, the collaboration between the Made in Nigeria Project Office and the Federal Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation represents another important step toward building a resilient, productive, and self-sustaining economy.

The endorsement of Nigeria Water Week signals a renewed commitment to strengthening the nation’s water sector while creating opportunities for innovation, investment, and inclusive growth. It also reinforces the shared vision of leveraging strategic partnerships to unlock Nigeria’s vast economic potential and ensure sustainable development for future generations.

Through initiatives such as these, the Made in Nigeria Project Office continues to champion policies and partnerships that support local production, enhance national competitiveness, and drive Nigeria’s emergence as a globally recognized hub for industry, trade, and investment.