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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MAN

Nigeria's Leading Voice for Manufacturers

Shaping Nigeria’s Industrial Future

Promoting manufacturing excellence through advocacy, research, capacity building, policy engagement, and strategic partnerships since 1971.

Advancing Manufacturing and Industrial Development in Nigeria

Industrial Excellence in Manufacturing

We are the leading voice for manufacturers in Nigeria, driving advocacy, industrial competitiveness, standards, and sustainable economic growth.

Advancing Manufacturing and Industrial Development in Nigeria

Industrial Excellence in Manufacturing

We are the leading voice for manufacturers in Nigeria, driving advocacy, industrial competitiveness, standards, and sustainable economic growth.

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Industrial Standards

Promoting high standards, integrity, innovation, and competitiveness across Nigeria’s manufacturing sector through practical guidance, shared learning, and innovation.

Codes & Standards

Advancing sound policies, industrial standards, and best practices that improve quality, productivity, compliance, and long-term business sustainability.

Research, Data & Training

Delivering research, data, and practical training that help manufacturers build stronger enterprises, improve decisions, and respond to market changes.

Collaboration & Advocacy

Partnering with government, industry, and institutions to advocate policies that support industrial growth, investment, infrastructure, and a more enabling environment.

About MAN

Advancing Manufacturing Excellence since 1971. Empowering Innovation, Governance & Industrial Growth in Nigeria

The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) was established in May 1971 as a company limited by guarantee to promote and protect the collective interests of manufacturers in Nigeria.

MAN serves as the focal point of communication and consultation between manufacturers, government, and the wider public, giving meaning to the needs and aspirations of the manufacturing sector.

"To be the key driver for industrialization, sustainable economic growth, and development in Nigeria."

Promote the interests of manufacturers by deepening advocacy and partnerships with national and international economic actors in Government, Organized Private Sector, host communities and other stakeholders to foster its proactive role in policy formulation and implementation.

Promote manufacturing sector competitiveness, job creation, and Gross Domestic Product growth through commitment to research and development, new technologies, and environmental sustainability.

MAN At A Glance

A broad manufacturing network with national reach.

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Manufacturing Members
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Years of Advocacy
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Branch Offices Nationwide
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Manufacturing Sub-Sectors
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Recent News and Events

Programmes connecting manufacturers, policy makers, and partners.

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Member Companies
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Join the common voice of manufacturers in Nigeria.

MAN membership connects your company to advocacy, sectoral representation, business support, policy intelligence, and a national network of manufacturers.

Our Leadership

Experienced leaders guiding the manufacturing agenda.

Latest News & Updates

News, statements, and manufacturing intelligence from MAN.

MAN News
Updates

Association updates and member-focused announcements

Follow key developments, programmes, and official MAN communications.

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Official statements on manufacturing issues

Read MAN positions on policy, regulation, infrastructure, and competitiveness.

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Economic Review
Insights for industrial decision making

Access reports and perspectives on the Nigerian manufacturing economy.

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Partners & Affiliations

Organizations in MAN’s Industry Network

Dangote
Flour Mills of Nigeria
BAT Nigeria
Tropical General Investments Group
Saro Africa International
Indorama
Lee Group
Nigerian Bottling Company
ITC
African Industries Group
United Nations Development Programme
World Bank Group
International Finance Corporation
African Development Bank Group
Economic Commission for Africa
Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency
Japan International Cooperation Agency
United Nations Industrial Development Organization