MAN expresses gratitude to CICAN for quality reportage of activities

The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) while reaffirming the Commerce and Industry Correspondents Association of Nigeria’s (CICAN) role as a “vital stakeholder and strategic partner” in its association’s advocacy mission, has also expressed gratitude for the quality reportage and media support provided by CICAN.

Speaking on behalf of his Divisional Head, Dr. Segun Alabi, as well as the Director General and President of MAN, Mr. Salami Musa, PR Manager, representing the Corporate Services Division, during the End-of-Year Engagement Forum of the Commerce and Industry Correspondents Association of Nigeria (CICAN) held at MAN House, Awolowo Road, Ikeja in his remarks said “Without the representation you provide, our efforts would be akin to winking in the dark.”

While emphasizing how critical the association’s platforms are in amplifying manufacturing sector issues, Musa expressed MAN’s gratitude for CICAN’s consistent support and underscored the association’s optimism for deeper collaboration in 2026.

He also used the opportunity to remind correspondents that entries for the MAN of the Year Personality Award remain open, calling on journalists to submit nominations before the December 15 deadline. The award, he noted, is designed to recognise and celebrate excellence in industrial reporting.

As discussions progressed, participants echoed a shared resolve: that Nigeria’s industrial revival is possible, but only with bold policy reforms, sustained stakeholder engagement, and strengthened partnerships between the media and the manufacturing community.

With 2026 approaching, the forum sets an assertive tone for stronger collaboration, sharper advocacy, and renewed commitment to restoring Nigeria’s industrial strength.