The Federal Government on Thursday presented the prestigious African Quality Mark certification to 131 Nigerian companies for 220 Made-in-Nigeria products, in a move aimed at boosting the competitiveness of local goods across the African continent under the African Continental Free Trade Area.
The certification, also known as the ARSO Dual Mark, was conferred on the companies during the African Quality Mark Award Ceremony held in Abuja. A review of the event programme showed that a total of 131 companies successfully met the requirements for certification, with 220 products emerging as eligible for the continental quality seal.
Speaking at the event, the Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Jumoke Oduwole, said the award reflected the growing capacity of Nigerian manufacturers to produce goods that meet international and continental standards.
Represented by the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Chris Isokpunwu, the minister described the African Quality Mark as a symbol of trust, quality and
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