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Manufacturers urged to adopt smart technology amid economic challenges
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Key PointsFCT Minister of State urges manufacturers to embrace smart technology to improve productivity and reduce costs.
Main StoryThe Minister of State, Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Dr Mariya Mahmoud, has urged manufacturers to embrace smart technology to improve productivity, reduce costs and remain competitive amid economic challenges.
The minister called on manufacturers to adopt capital restructuring, digital transformation, artificial intelligence and automation in their operations.
Alonge highlighted the resilience of manufacturers across Abuja, Nasarawa and Niger states and urged the Federal Government to institutionalise the “Nigeria First Policy” to promote locally made goods.
Bottom LineThe Federal Government is pushing technology adoption as manufacturers call for lower operating costs, better infrastructure and stronger policies to support local production.