FG mandates MDAs to procure all vehicles from local assemblers

Daily Trust | 10-10-2026 07:29am |

The National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC) has announced plans to implement the 'Nigeria First Policy,' which mandates that all vehicles procured by ministries, departments, and agencies be sourced from local assemblers. The policy was signed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. NADDC Director-General Joseph Osanipin stated that the move aims to reduce foreign exchange strain and boost domestic manufacturing. Exceptions will only be made if a domestic alternative is proven unavailable.

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