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Nigeria Shifts to Local Production
Former Nigerian president urges country to boost local manufacturing and reduce imports.
In brief
Former Nigerian president urges country to boost local manufacturing and reduce imports. Former President Goodluck Jonathan called for Nigeria to develop local production capacity to reduce reliance on imports. Originally reported by Allafrica.
Jonathan's call for local production
Former President Goodluck Jonathan urged Nigeria to develop resources and technology for local goods production instead of imports.
Zeetin Technologies plant commissioning
Jonathan commissioned Zeetin Technologies plant in Idu, Abuja, which manufactures tricycles for Nigeria.
Youth as production asset
Jonathan highlighted Nigeria's large youth population as key to boosting local production and economic opportunities.
The big picture
Former President Goodluck Jonathan called for Nigeria to develop local production capacity to reduce reliance on imports.
