NADDC calls for local manufacturing to drive Nigeria’s automotive industry

By Emmanuella Opara | October 14th 2026 KEY POINTS MAIN STORY The National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC) has called for greater investment in local vehicle manufacturing, component production and automotive technology to reduce Nigeria’s reliance on imported vehicles. The council’s Director-General, Joseph Osanipin, said Nigeria’s automotive industry must increasingly focus on designing, manufacturing … Continue reading NADDC calls for local manufacturing to drive Nigeria’s automotive industry