This is as the group commended the Independent National Electoral Commission for entrusting them with the responsibility of producing the election materials used for the 2023 general elections.
This was contained in a statement jointly signed by its Chairman, Yahaya Amfani, and Secretary, Ademola Kasumu on Friday.
According to the statement, the local printers urged FG to patronise local service providers to save costs and help utilise expertise.
It reads in part “We do encourage government to admonish other agencies to emulate INEC in patronizing local service providers as this will reinvigorate the Nigerian Economy.
“This strategic decision not only ensures the utilization of local resources and expertise but also significantly reduces capital flight, benefiting our nation’s economy and contributing to sustainable economic development.”
They noted that the opportunity by INEC was a significant milestone for the local print industry in Nigeria, adding that it saved the country billions of naira.
The statement read in part “It has provided an opportunity to showcase our advanced technologies and dedicated workforce.
“This was a game-changer as this is the first time INEC is entrusting the local print industry with the responsibility of printing all materials for conducting the 2023 General Election considering the fact that electoral materials were mostly printed overseas prior to now.
“Thereby saving billions of Naira back into the Nigerian economy.”
“Throughout the printing process, our commitment to using local resources and services led to the direct employment of Thousands of skilled workers.
“Additionally, the ripple effect of this project extended to the wider community, as thousands of individuals, including vendors, artisans, transporters, food sellers, and many others, found employment opportunities as a result of the activities carried out by the local print industry.”
