Vision
To be the key driver for industrialization, sustainable economic growth, and development in Nigeria.
About MAN
The collective voice of Nigeria's manufacturing sector
Established in May 1971, the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria provides a disciplined platform for advocacy, consultation, research, and practical support for manufacturers across the country.
Our Mandate
A focal point for industry, government, and the public
MAN was formed as a company limited by guarantee to give practical meaning to the interests, problems, and aspirations of manufacturers. Before its establishment, there was no institutional organ whose central focus was to represent the manufacturing sector in a structured and consistent manner.
The Association creates a climate of opinion in which manufacturers can operate efficiently and profitably for the benefit of workers, suppliers, customers, communities, and the national economy. Its positions are shaped by research, consultation, and the collective experience of member companies.
Advocacy
Research
Business Information
Member Support
MAN at a Glance
Built around national reach and sector expertise
2500+Manufacturing members represented across Nigeria
50+Years of consistent industrial advocacy
14+Branch offices and councils nationwide
10Sectoral groups coordinating member priorities
Industry at the policy table
MAN connects factory-floor realities with public policy decisions that affect production, investment, jobs, and competitiveness.
What MAN Does
Coordinated support for manufacturers
- Formulates and communicates manufacturers' policy positions on industrial, economic, labour, legal, training, and technical matters.
- Promotes the contribution of manufacturing to national development through engagement with government and relevant institutions.
- Encourages standards, productivity, local patronage, export readiness, and responsible industrial practice.
- Liaises with organized private sector bodies, development partners, and stakeholders on shared industrial priorities.
Mission
To promote manufacturers' interests through advocacy, partnership, research, and effective engagement with public and private sector actors.
Impact
To improve competitiveness, deepen local value chains, create jobs, and strengthen the contribution of manufacturing to GDP.