The federal house of representatives committee on industry, led by Honourable (Dr.) Enitan Dolapo-Badru, visited Origin Tech Group and its subsidiary, Origin Automobile Works (OAW), as part of its oversight activities. The visit aimed to assess challenges in Nigeria’s automotive and agricultural mechanisation sectors and explore solutions to boost indigenous manufacturing.
The discussions during the special visit highlighted Origin Tech Group’s contributions to Nigeria’s agricultural and industrial growth, including local tractor manufacturing, partnerships with Lagos and Niger states, and innovative technology solutions like the Tractor on the Go! app. This app connects smallholder farmers to affordable tractor services, addressing Nigeria’s mechanization gaps.
Honourable Dolapo-Badru eulogised Origin Tech Group as the only fully indigenous company with a tractor and harvester assembly plant, calling it a significant stride for Nigeria’s agricultural and industrial future. He reiterated agriculture’s vital role in national development and commended the company’s efforts to empower farmers.
Origin Tech’s Executive Director of Corporate Services, Olusesan Ayeni, outlined challenges facing local manufacturers, including funding, R&D, training, and tax incentives. The committee pledged to relay these concerns to the National Assembly for legislative action, emphasising its commitment to fostering a self-reliant economy.
The delegation, including members of the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC), also toured the Origin Automobile Works assembly plant, witnessing firsthand the company’s capabilities in automotive innovation.
For over 25 years, Origin Tech Group has been a leader across verticals which includes engineering design and construction, automotive and transportation, and agri-tech, transforming West Africa’s agricultural and livestock value chains. Through OAW, the Group drives sustainable development by producing locally made, cutting-edge mechanization solutions that enhance food security and industrial growth.
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