The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) was established in May 1971 to provide a common voice for manufacturers and a focal point of consultation between industry, government, and the public.

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Membership Types

Membership Categories

MAN membership is structured for manufacturers of different sizes and operational scope.

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Manufacturing operation
Corporate-Based Membership

MAN membership accommodates manufacturing companies by scale, operating structure, and sectoral classification.

Members are aligned with branches, sectoral groups, and specialized platforms that provide focused representation and engagement on issues affecting their sectors.

These structures allow MAN to combine local factory realities, sector-specific priorities, and national industrial advocacy into one coordinated voice.

Large corporations
Large Corporations Group

Designed for large-scale manufacturing companies operating across key industrial sectors in Nigeria.

Multinational companies
Multinational Group

For multinational manufacturing companies with operations and investments in Nigeria.

Small and medium industries
Small & Medium Industries

Targeted advocacy, capacity building, and business support for medium and small manufacturers.

Sectoral groups
Sectoral Groups

Industry-specific representation and engagement on issues affecting each manufacturing sector.

How Members Fit In

Membership is more than a category; it is a participation structure.

Branch

Local representation for factory clusters, state-level engagements, and regional operating issues.

Sector

Product-specific advocacy on standards, raw materials, market access, production costs, and competitiveness.

National

Council, committees, and the Secretariat consolidate member input into broader industrial advocacy.

Services

Members access research, training, advisory, networking, publications, and direct intervention support.

Need Guidance?

Start with eligibility, then speak with MAN if you need help choosing the right category.