DICON-D7G's Chennar Advocates for Local Defence Manufacturing

Mr. Osman Chennar, the Managing Director of DICON-D7G, called on the Nigerian federal government to increase support for local defence manufacturing and technology transfer to lessen the country's dependence on imported military equipment. He expressed these views in a statement made in Kaduna while participating in the African Defence Industries Exhibition (AFRIDEX) in Lagos.

Chennar warned that reliance on foreign suppliers could expose Nigeria to supply chain disruptions, affecting military operations. He emphasized the need for Nigeria to develop its capacity to manufacture and maintain military equipment.

Chennar highlighted that local defence production should go beyond mere assembly of imported equipment, advocating for the development of indigenous technologies and skilled manpower. He stressed the importance of strategic partnerships and called for increased government and private sector investment in defence research and manufacturing infrastructure.

Chennar noted that enhanced local production could improve military readiness and position Nigeria as a significant contributor to Africa's defence industrial development.