Department of Industrial Development
(IDD)
The Department of Industrial Development (IDD) drives the formulation and execution of policies that accelerate Nigeria’s industrial growth. With a clear mandate to strengthen productivity, expand MSME capacity, and foster sustainable industrialization, the Department plays a pivotal role in positioning industry as a key engine of economic growth.
As an operational arm of the Ministry, IDD initiates, coordinates, and implements strategic programmes that enhance competitiveness, boost local production, and promote Made-in-Nigeria goods and services.
Mission & Vision
Vision Statement
To develop and implement policies that drive industrial growth, job creation, wealth generation, and sustainable livelihoods.
Mission Statement
To promote industrialization and enterprise development through policies, programmes, and initiatives that strengthen Nigeria’s competitiveness and expand opportunities for Made-in-Nigeria products and services.
Divisions
- Agro-Allied & Agro Industry Division
- Cotton, Textile & Garment Industry Division
- Engineering Industry Division
- Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises Division
- Pulp, Paper & Wood Industry Division
- Solid Minerals Industry Division
Project Offices
- Nigeria Industrial Revolution Plan (NIRP)
- National Enterprise Development Programme (NEDEP)
Mandates & Core Functions
01
Industrial Policy & Strategic Development
- Implementation of Nigeria’s Industrial Policy, the Industrial Revolution Plan (NIRP), and sector-specific policies (cement, leather, CTG, tomato, sugar, furniture, paper, machinery, energy, etc.).
- Revitalization of moribund industries and establishment of new clusters, including textile/garment parks and agro-processing zones in all 109 senatorial districts.
02
MSME & Enterprise Development
- Implementation of NEDEP and the Virtual MSME One-Stop Shop (NEDEP Portal).
- Establishment of Shared Common Facility Centres (SCFCs) and public-private partnerships to strengthen entrepreneurship and support start-ups.
03
Industrial Upgrading & Backward Integration
- Promotion of local production through the Backward Integration Programme (BIP).
- Facilitation of Executive Order 003 / Buy-Made-in-Nigeria campaigns and processing of Import Duty Exemption Certificates (IDEC).
04
International Partnerships & Innovation
- Collaboration with UNIDO under the Country Partnership Programme.
- Engagement with the Global Entrepreneurship Network and other international platforms to promote technology transfer, innovation, and global competitiveness.
05
Special Industrial Initiatives
- Establishment of the Health Industry Corporation of Nigeria (HICON).
- Promotion of made-in-Nigeria products, Africa Industrialization Day events, and targeted sector interventions (palm oil, cocoa, textiles, mobile phones, electricity meters, etc.).
06
Coordination & Institutional Oversight
- Supervision of industry agencies and parastatals, including NSDC, NADDC, SMEDAN, ITF, BOI, SON, NEPZA, and OGPZA.
- Strengthening inter-governmental collaboration and policy coordination across MDAs.
07
Partnerships & International Cooperation
- Strategic collaboration with organizations such as MAN, NASME, UNIDO, WASME, NEXIM, and other partners.
- Promoting regional and international cooperation to enhance Nigeria’s industrial competitiveness.
- Providing technical consultancy and advisory services to support industrial innovation.
Department Leadership
