NADDC and BPP Promote Local Vehicle Production in Nigeria
The National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC) and the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP) are collaborating to ensure that all Federal Government entities purchase made-in-Nigeria vehicles, thereby boosting local production. During a press briefing in Abuja, Dr Adebowale A.
Adedokun, the Director-General of BPP, stated that the Federal Executive Council designated the bureau to set standards across various sectors and implement the Nigeria First policy. He mentioned that consultations with local vehicle assemblers revealed their primary concern about market demand for their products.
Adedokun emphasized the importance of creating job opportunities and positioning Nigeria as a hub for customized automotive products. He warned that companies violating the policy would face sanctions and reiterated the need for vehicle assemblers to guarantee quality and after-sales services.
The BPP aims to ensure that all federal entities patronize locally assembled vehicles, enhancing the automotive industry's growth and sustainability.
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