Nigeria Seeks Global Defence Investment at AFRIDEX 2026
Nigeria has invited global defence investors, technology innovators, and African partners to invest in its defence industry, announcing plans for significant local production of defence hardware within the next year for both domestic use and export. This call was made by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu during the opening ceremony of the inaugural Africa International Defence Exhibition (AFRIDEX 2026), held from October 26 to 30 at Eko Atlantic City, Lagos.
Represented by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Tinubu emphasized the need for stronger cooperation among African nations and global technology leaders to address complex security threats. He highlighted the importance of peace and stability in fostering opportunities and urged participants to engage in knowledge exchange and explore investment opportunities.
Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa (rtd), reiterated the commitment to local production, which aims to meet domestic needs and supply other African countries. Minister of State for Defence, Dr Bello Muhammad Matawalle, described AFRIDEX as a vital platform for advancing defence cooperation.
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