The Federal Government has called on Nigerians to patronise and promote Made in Nigeria goods and services for sustainable economic development of the country.

Permanent Secretary, Special Services Office and the Supervising Permanent Secretary, Political and Economic Affairs Office in the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Mohammed Danjuma made the call at the Regional and State Coordinators Conference of Made-in-Nigeria in Abuja.

The Permanent Secretary, who was represented at the event by the Director, International Organisation Department (IOD), Musiliu Oladunjoye, stated that the conference is a crucial step in Nigeria’s journey towards economic growth and development.

He added that effective collaboration, innovative solutions, and capacity building will serve as a booster to the Made-in-Nigeria project.

National Coordinator of Made in Nigeria Project, under the International Organisation Department in the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Nwabueze said the “Made in Nigeria” project is beyond a slogan but a movement that has the capacity to boost Nigeria’s economic fortunes.

He urged all Nigerians to take pride in patronising products and services that are homegrown, crafted, and delivered by talented entrepreneurs, artisans, and innovators in the country.

While delivering his keynote address, the Eastern Coordinator of Made-in-Nigeria Products, Promise Mbani observed that one of the major setbacks for ‘Made in Nigeria’ products is the cultural preference for foreign products.

He advocated for registration, standardisation, and promotion of Made-in-Nigeria products and services in the country in order to improve patronage within and outside the country.

Mbani further emphasised the need to educate and create awareness among Nigerians.