By Philomina Attah
A Nigerian-German company, Allied Support Network Limited (ASN), has unveiled plans to invest in Nigeria’s aviation, automotive, and security industries to boost local capacity and drive economic growth.
Mr James Erebuoye, Chief Executive Officer of ASN, disclosed this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja on Saturday.
Erebuoye said the company, incorporated in October 2023, was founded under a multi-billion Euro Intellectual Property Right (IPR) SHIFT to promote innovation, create jobs, and strengthen Nigeria’s industrial base.
He said ASN’s innovations would focus on three core areas of civil and security aviation, automotive manufacturing, and advanced security solutions.
“With over 40 years of experience in aircraft design and production, ASN’s team of aeronautic engineers has delivered more than 5,000 aircraft to global clients.
“Now, the company aims to channel this expertise into Africa’s industrial growth, with Nigeria as the hub,” he said.
Erebuoye said ASN plans to employ more than 500,000 workers in the long term as part of its strategy to reduce unemployment and promote economic sustainability.
He added that the company was also set to establish the first aviation manufacturing plant in Africa, operating under the slogan: ‘Innovation made in Nigeria, Africa for Africa.’
“This initiative will not only create jobs but also promote Africa’s aerospace self-reliance through local manufacturing,” he said.
According to him, ASN’s flagship initiative, the SAFE CITY Project, will be launched in Delta in 2026.
“The project will involve the production of aircraft and automobiles alongside critical infrastructure such as housing, healthcare facilities, recreational centres, and expatriate accommodations,” he added.
Erebuoye said with the planned launch of the SAFE CITY Project and Africa’s first aviation manufacturing company, the future looked bright for Nigeria’s industrial and technological advancement. (NAN)
Edited by Francis Onyeukwu
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