In a historic move that signals the rebirth of Nigeria’s defence manufacturing capability, the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON) has entered into a groundbreaking $2 billion partnership with SP Offshore Nigeria Limited to locally manufacture critical military hardware, including drones, ammunition, small arms, and advanced defence systems. At a landmark signing ceremony held on…
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Nigeria boosts local arms production as DICON signs landmark deal with SP offshore
Nigeria’s push for self-reliance in arms and ammunition production received a significant boost on Wednesday as the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON) signed a joint venture agreement with SP Offshore Nigeria Limited. The partnership will pave the way for the local manufacturing of military hardware, including weapons, ammunition, fast assault craft, drones, and security vehicles. Speaking…