The partnership presents opportunities for Nigeria to improve its electric vehicle production capabilities while meeting global standards for quality and safety.
Abuja, Nigeria – The Federal Government of Nigeria, through the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC), is set to begin local manufacturing and assembly of electric vehicles (EVs).
NADDC Director-General, Joseph Osanipin, announced the initiative following his recent engagement at the Nigeria-Morocco Business Forum, where he explored potential collaborations within the automotive industry.
In an interview, Osanipin disclosed that discussions are underway with Morocco’s E-move Vehicles Company, which specializes in the production of electric motorcycles, electric tricycles, and energy storage systems.
NADDC also visited Univers Acier Steel, a Moroccan firm that supplies components to automotive companies, as part of the exploration of partnerships in EV production.
“We want E-move to start manufacturing EVs in Nigeria. Their expertise in battery and economy EV production aligns with our goals for local production and energy transition in mobility,” Osanipin noted. He emphasized that such collaborations would enhance local manufacturing capacity, boost job creation, and support Nigeria’s sustainable economic growth.
The NADDC delegation also visited Morocco’s National Center for Homologation, the country’s regulatory agency for the automotive sector. Osanipin highlighted that the visit provided valuable insights into Morocco’s rigorous standards for auto parts, inspections, and testing. He added that the NADDC toured various test centers, including Cetiev, a technology partner for the automotive industry, where all parts are certified, and CTPC, a plastic testing facility essential for vehicle manufacturing.
According to Osanipin, the collaboration with Moroccan firms marks a pivotal step toward strengthening Nigeria’s automotive sector by reducing import reliance and promoting local expertise. He further outlined NADDC’s goal of manufacturing automotive parts domestically for potential export to Morocco, as well as other markets.
“The partnership presents opportunities for Nigeria to improve its electric vehicle production capabilities while meeting global standards for quality and safety,” Osanipin said. He emphasized that since returning from Morocco, NADDC has been actively working to translate these engagements into tangible outcomes that can transform Nigeria’s automotive industry.
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