The initiative will be led by the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria-D7G (DICON-D7G) in collaboration with Eagles International for Defence Systems, DICON-D7G CEO Osman Chennar told The Guardian Nigeria.
The partnership is intended to accelerate technology transfer, strengthen Nigeria’s manufacturing capacity, and reduce reliance on imported defense hardware.
The planned production portfolio includes the MRAP-Buffalo U.10 and M.12 armored vehicles, MRAP-Buffalo F-4, Rhino Guard GXR anti-drone and RPG-protected vehicle, APC Moon PT6, GXR Phantom light vehicle, and the BMP-2 Infantry Fighting Vehicle.
Chennar said the production program will create more than 200 jobs, while opening employment opportunities for about 100 retired military personnel.
The long-term goal is to develop enough industrial capacity to supply defense equipment not only to Nigeria’s armed forces but also to other African countries.
Nigeria Boosts Local Defense Production
Nigeria has steadily expanded its domestic defense manufacturing efforts.
In May, the Defence Industries Association of Nigeria unveiled a strategy to expand domestic production of military equipment, citing the DICON Act 2023 as the foundation for greater private-sector participation, technology transfer, and local ammunition and weapons manufacturing.
In March, Nigus International Investment and UAE-based Elmirate Investment signed an agreement worth up to $200 million to establish defense manufacturing capabilities in Nigeria through a new joint venture.
During the same month, Nigerian defense and science officials also agreed to deepen cooperation between military agencies and research institutions to accelerate the development of locally designed defense technologies.
Nigeria has steadily expanded its domestic defense manufacturing efforts.
In May, the Defence Industries Association of Nigeria unveiled a strategy to expand domestic production of military equipment, citing the DICON Act 2023 as the foundation for greater private-sector participation, technology transfer, and local ammunition and weapons manufacturing.
In March, Nigus International Investment and UAE-based Elmirate Investment signed an agreement worth up to $200 million to establish defense manufacturing capabilities in Nigeria through a new joint venture.
During the same month, Nigerian defense and science officials also agreed to deepen cooperation between military agencies and research institutions to accelerate the development of locally designed defense technologies.
By Jodesz Gavilan, The Defense Post
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