Lagos: The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has announced that the 2025 Nigeria Manufacturing and Equipment (NME) and Nigerian Raw Materials (NIRAM) Expo will promote technology for sustainable industrial development. President of MAN, Mr Francis Meshioye, highlighted this during a news conference held in Lagos.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, the NME/NIRAM Expo is set to serve as a key platform for adopting home-grown technology to enhance local production and decrease reliance on foreign goods. Meshioye emphasized that the event will unite players across the manufacturing value chain to showcase technologies and solutions aligned with the government’s ‘Nigeria First’ policy.
The joint expo, organized in collaboration with the Raw Materials Research and Development Council (RMRDC), is themed ‘Accelerating Sustainable Manufacturing through Cutting-edge Technology Solutions’. “By adopting advanced technologies, we move toward innovation, resilience, and long-term value for all stakeholders,” Meshioye noted.
He further explained that discussions at the event would concentrate on energy-efficient production, smart factory technologies, and automation using Internet of Things (IoT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI). Meshioye added that the expo aims to promote resource optimization, waste reduction through closed-loop systems, and advanced recycling techniques. “It will also encourage partnerships with green tech innovators to co-create sustainable, scalable solutions,” he stated.
Meshioye disclosed that the event, scheduled from August 5 to August 7, will convene equipment manufacturers, processors, fabricators, and stakeholders under one roof. This gathering will provide an opportunity for participants to exhibit innovations, machinery, and new technology crafted for the local market.
He stressed the significance of utilizing locally sourced raw materials and support services such as domestic funding and logistics, which are crucial for advancing Nigeria’s manufacturing efforts and ensuring a prosperous, sustainable industrial future.
In his remarks, RMRDC Director General, Prof. Martin Muonso, represented by Dr Edith Obi, advocated for improved utilization of Nigeria’s abundant raw materials. Muonso stated that the partnership with MAN and other stakeholders fosters the use of raw materials and enhances national self-sufficiency. “We are building a future where Nigerian-made products are celebrated globally,” he asserted.
He added that the expo would bring together fabricators, manufacturers, and users to appreciate local innovation and production efforts. Mrs Kofo Akinkugbe, CEO of Secure ID, emphasized the importance of substantial investment in research and development to establish a comprehensive production value chain. She suggested that increased investment in research would facilitate the production of more local raw materials and reduce dependency on imports.
“We imagine a future where essential materials are made locally,” Akinkugbe mentioned. She highlighted that this development would boost exports, inspire innovation, and create new opportunities for Nigerian manufacturers.
