Lagos State Commissioner for Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade and Investment, Mrs Folashade Kaosarat Bada Ambrose, represented the governor, Babajide Sanwoolu, and other officials at the event.
By Valentine Amanze
Minister of Innovation Science and Technology, Uche Geoffrey Nnaji, has advised manufacturers to embrace new technology, innovation and partnership to boost productivity.
Nnaji explained that by embracing technology, manufacturers would automatically reduce costs, increase efficiency, and develop products that better meet evolving market demands.
The minister gave the advice at the Nigeria Manufacturing and Equipment/ Nigerian Raw Materials (NME/NIRAM) Expo 2025 in Lagos.
At the exhibition themed, “Accelerating sustainable manufacturing through cutting edge equipment and technology solutions,” the minister pointed out that innovation and technology were the keys to progress and prosperity for Nigeria, while explaining that the event was a call to action to use new ideas, smart technology, and strong partnerships to boost manufacturing, and create real opportunities for Nigerians.
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His words: “We must ensure every policy, investment, and innovation creates real opportunities to work together and turn plans into action.
“The world is moving fast, countries that invest in advanced technologies are growing quickly and creating jobs.
“We must do the same; that is why our ministry is supporting research promoting local technology and encouraging industries to add value to Nigerian raw materials before exports.”
The minister also acknowledged the challenges of the manufacturing sector and businesses, calling for teamwork across government, business and the wider community.
“We know there are challenges such as high cost, limited access to finance, infrastructure gaps, solving these problems require teamwork across government business and the wider community.
“Let us learn from global success stories and build strong partnerships right here in Nigeria.
“The government sees hardwork of our manufacturers and entrepreneurs and we are here to support you with real solutions and policies.
“We must ensure every policy, investment, and innovation creates real opportunities for young Nigerians and give them hope for the future.”
On his part, President of the MAN, said the exhibition was about exploring opportunities for collaboration, innovation, and sustainable practices that can propel the manufacturing industry into a future of resilience and prosperity.
He said that the NME-NIRAM EXPO presents a unique platform “to learn, challenge the status quo, and to pave the way for advancements that will shape the manufacturing landscape in Nigeria and beyond.
Prof Nnayelugo Ike-Muonso, Director General, Raw Materials Research and Development Council ((RMDC), noted that the programme aligned with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Tinubu, which prioritizes industrialization, job creation, and inclusive economic growth.
The Director General, MAN, Segun Ajayi-Kadir, noted that the exhibition served as a platform to appreciate the place of cutting-edge technology and innovation in the productive sector of our economy.
Lagos State Commissioner for Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade and Investment, Mrs Folashade Kaosarat Bada Ambrose, represented the governor, Babajide Sanwoolu.
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