NADDC, Hon. Peter Aniekwe Collaborate to Boost CNG Conversion Training in Anambra East
On 11th August 2025, Hon. Peter Aniekwe, Member of the House of Representatives for Anambra East/West Federal Constituency, paid a courtesy visit to the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC) headquarters.
During the visit, Hon. Aniekwe stated, “I am here to felicitate with you and also to appeal on behalf of my people. As representatives, we are tasked with making laws, carrying out oversight functions, and attracting resources that can improve the lives of our constituents. I am appealing for your support in training and equipping my people, particularly in the automotive sector.”
He noted that his constituency is predominantly made up of farmers, many of whom own vehicles. He also highlighted that Anambra is an oil-producing state with abundant gas resources, much of which comes from his constituency. He urged NADDC to consider building infrastructure for vocational and automotive training in the area, adding, “My goal is to ensure that before the end of my tenure, my people will feel the impact of my representation. I am ready to contribute and work with you to make this vision a reality.”
Responding, the Director of Industrial Infrastructure Development (IID), Dr. Nua Omisanya, reaffirmed NADDC’s commitment to promoting the automotive sector across all six geopolitical zones, stating, “We currently have automotive training centres in 21 states and are willing to do more as funding allows.”
The Director-General, Mr. Oluwemimo Joseph Osanipin, expressed his appreciation for Hon. Aniekwe’s visit and acknowledged Anambra State’s significant contributions to Nigeria’s automotive industry. He recalled that his first official engagement as DG was a visit to Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing in Anambra, noting that industry leaders such as Chief Innocent Chukwuma (Innoson), KOJO Motors, and Chicason Group all hail from the state.
Mr. Osanipin also mentioned NADDC’s past partnership with KOJO Motors for training programmes in the South-East and assured the Honorable that the Council would accelerate plans to expand training opportunities in Anambra State, particularly within his constituency. “Whatever we decide to implement will be communicated to you promptly,” he added.
The visit ended with a mutual commitment to collaborate on training and infrastructure that will empower the people of Anambra State and boost the automotive sector.
