The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) has announced a groundbreaking partnership with Haier, one of the world’s leading smart appliance manufacturers, to produce hi-tech appliances and renewable energy systems locally for Nigerian homes and businesses.
This collaboration will see NASENI and Haier co-develop products such as smart refrigerators, inverters, and solar kits items Nigeria currently spends over $2 billion importing each year, with China supplying about 57% of the total.
According to a social media post made by NASENI’s Executive Vice Chairman, Khalil Suleiman Halilu, the new venture is part of the agency’s drive to boost local manufacturing, create jobs, and make modern technology affordable and accessible to Nigerians.
“We’re now building locally to create jobs, transfer knowledge, and deliver affordable, proudly Nigerian innovations nationwide,” Halilu said.
Producing these appliances in Nigeria will reduce the country’s dependency on imports, save foreign exchange, and stimulate local industries. It will also help develop skills in advanced manufacturing and renewable energy technologies.
With renewable energy systems like solar kits and inverters in the mix, the partnership also aims to address Nigeria’s electricity challenges, providing reliable and sustainable power options for homes and businesses.
The EVC has revealed that national showrooms will soon be launched, giving Nigerians the opportunity to see, test, and experience these locally produced innovations before purchase.
Halilu expressed deep appreciation for Haier’s commitment to the partnership, calling it “a shared vision to empower Nigerians through technology.”
The rollout of these products is expected to make modern appliances more affordable, encourage “Made in Nigeria” pride, and open up thousands of direct and indirect jobs in the manufacturing, distribution, and after-sales service sectors.
Industry watchers say the NASENI–Haier partnership could mark a turning point in Nigeria’s domestic manufacturing sector, proving that with the right partnerships, the country can produce world-class products locally.