President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to harnessing Nigeria’s human, material, and intellectual potential for national development.
President Tinubu made this known on Thursday while receiving members of Course 33 of the National Defence College at the Council Chambers of the State House, Abuja.
In a statement signed by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President urged the participants to consider themselves partners in shaping a secure and prosperous Nigeria.
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He commended their patriotism and dedication throughout the programme, stressing that inclusive governance and collective responsibility remain crucial to national progress.
Government to Strengthen Security and Industrial Capacity
Tinubu reiterated his commitment to building a strong foundation for political stability, economic growth, and enhanced national security.
He said his administration would continue to empower military and defence institutions to groom strategic leaders equipped to address emerging threats.
“We are building a political, economic and security future here. We must develop Nigeria,” the President said, noting that the group’s presentation on industrialisation aligned with the government’s long-term strategic vision.
Study Paper to Be Considered for Implementation
Responding to the research paper titled Harnessing Indigenous Manufacturing for Enhanced National Security by Year 2040, Tinubu assured the participants that their recommendations would be thoroughly examined.
He urged them to sustain their intellectual engagement and commitment to addressing Nigeria’s challenges.
“It is our joint responsibility to ensure that this nation is productive, governed inclusively, and prepared for the future of generations yet unborn,” he said.
College Provides Update on Course 33
Commandant of the National Defence College, Rear Admiral A. Ahmed, described the institution as Nigeria’s highest military professional training centre since its establishment in 1992.
He said Course 33 focused on Strengthening Institutions for National Security and Development in Nigeria.
The course enrolled 99 participants, including officers from the Army, Navy, Air Force, Police, various MDAs, and 23 international officers from Africa, Asia, and South America. Since inception, the College has graduated 3,097 participants from Nigeria and allied nations.
Research Team Highlights Global Insights
Captain M.A. Ahmed, who led the research team, explained that the study aligns with the Renewed Hope Agenda, particularly in the areas of industrialisation, digitalisation, creativity, and manufacturing.
Teams visited 23 countries across Africa, Europe, and Asia to study indigenous manufacturing ecosystems.
He cited Qatar as a relevant example, noting its transition from a mono-economy after investing over $300 billion between 2011 and 2022 to strengthen industrial growth and economic diversification.
Recommendations for National Development
The research group applauded the Tinubu administration’s economic reforms, noting that projections place Nigeria among the top global performers in GDP growth by 2026.
Their recommendations included large-scale infrastructure investment, enhanced product standardisation, and greater support for the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON).
They also urged presidential approval for Project Native 2040, aimed at making indigenous manufacturing a key pillar of national security and development.
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