In a statement lauding the DICON Act’s significance, the Honourable Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, underscored the government’s steadfast commitment to prioritizing homegrown defence solutions. He praised President Tinubu’s visionary leadership in fostering an enabling environment for the flourishing of indigenous defence enterprises, emphasizing the Act’s pivotal role in fostering domestic defence manufacturing. During a recent official inspection of Proforce’s facilities in Ogun State, Minister Abubakar expressed admiration for the company’s manufacturing prowess. He underscored the significance of domestically produced defence assets, affirming their pivotal role in bolstering national security and sovereignty.

Proforce, renowned for its innovative armoured vehicles and defence products, epitomizes Nigeria’s potential for self-reliance in defence capabilities. Embracing a spirit of innovation and collaboration, Proforce has forged strategic alliances with renowned international entities such as Israeli Aerospace Industry for satellite production and Kalashnikov for weapons production. Additionally, Proforce has ventured into indigenous drone production, exemplifying Nigeria’s rapidly increasing proficiency in defence technologies.

The minister’s visit to Proforce’s facilities signifies a pivotal juncture in Nigeria’s defence industry evolution. It underscores Proforce’s unwavering commitment to innovation and self-reliance in fulfilling the nation’s security imperatives. As the DICON Act heralds a new dawn of self-sufficiency, Proforce emerges as a catalyst for Nigeria’s defence renaissance, driving the nation towards enhanced sovereignty and resilience in defence capabilities.