May 22, 2026
By Progress Godfrey
ABUJA – The National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC) and the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP) have formalised a framework to enforce the directive, aimed at strengthening local manufacturing and aligning public spending with national economic priorities.
The agreement, signed on Friday in Abuja, sets clear guidelines for Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) to prioritise Nigeria-assembled vehicles in all procurement processes.
Speaking at the signing, Director-General of NADDC, Joseph Osanipin said the new framework would create jobs and retain value within the Nigerian economy through targeted public spending.
