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The Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON) has emphasized investment, industrial partnerships, and practical production outcomes following its participation in the Africa International Defence Exhibition (AFRIDEX) 2026. Mrs Maria Sambo, DICON’s Public Relations Officer, stated on Thursday in Kaduna that the exhibition, held in Lagos from October 26 to 29, provided a platform for government representatives, military leaders, defence manufacturers, and technology providers to explore technology transfer, local production, and capacity development.
She said the engagements align with DICON’s mandate to strengthen Nigeria’s domestic defence production capacity and support sustainable industrial solutions for the Armed Forces of Nigeria. Sambo added that African defence industries can exchange technical expertise and build partnerships to enhance continental resilience, with focus now on turning discussions into concrete initiatives that encourage investment and long-term development.
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