DEFENCE INDUSTRIES CORPORATION OF NIGERIA ACT

An Act establishes the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria to manufacture arms, ammunition, and defence equipment locally. It targets the armed forces, corporation staff, and the Ministry of Defence as key stakeholders. This reduces Nigeria's reliance on imported military supplies.

What Is This Policy?

An Act establishing the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON) to develop local defence production capacity, manufacturing arms, ammunition, and defence equipment for the Nigerian Armed Forces.

Who Does It Target?

Nigerian Armed Forces as the primary customer DICON management and technical staff Ministry of Defence Local suppliers to the defence industry

What Does It Aim to Achieve?

Reduce Nigeria's dependence on imported defence equipment by developing domestic manufacturing capacity for arms, ammunition, uniforms, and other military items.

Key Features

Defence Manufacturing: DICON manufactures small arms, ammunition, boots, uniforms, and other military items. Technology Development: Develops indigenous defence technology and seeks technology transfer from international partners. Commercial Activities: DICON may sell surplus production commercially to generate revenue. Quality Control: Ensures that items produced meet military specifications and quality standards.

Current Status

Rollout Stage: Active — DICON plants operational in Kaduna and elsewhere Coverage: Nationwide defence industrial base Beneficiaries: Nigerian Armed Forces; defence self-sufficiency Funding: Federal Government; commercial revenue

How to Access

Procurement through the Ministry of Defence Private sector partnerships for technology development through DICON Application method: Commercial enquiries: engage DICON at its Kaduna headquarters.

Official Resources

Website: https://www.defence.gov.ng Contact: Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON)

Legal Framework

Enacted under the legislative powers of the National Assembly as the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON) Act (Cap D3 LFN 2004). Operates alongside the Armed Forces Act (Cap A20 LFN 2004), the National Defence Policy, the Constitution (Sections 217-220 on the armed forces), and the Official Secrets Act. DICON's activities align with UN Register of Conventional Arms reporting requirements.