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Stakeholders Advocate for Furniture Manufacturing Degrees—Industry Experts
Abuja, Nigeria — Industry leaders are calling for the introduction of specialized degree programs in Furniture Manufacturing to strengthen local expertise and drive economic growth.
This appeal was made during the Abuja Interior and Furniture Virtual Expo by Project Coordinator Faisal Jafar Rafindadi in a statement issued today, emphasizing the need for structured academic training.
Addressing industry prospects, Rafindadi highlighted Nigeria’s thriving furniture sector, stressing that a formalized educational pathway would enhance innovation, reduce reliance on imports, and create more job opportunities.
“Nigeria’s furniture industry has significant potential,” Rafindadi stated. “By introducing dedicated university programs, we can develop a skilled workforce capable of meeting global standards while strengthening local production.”
He urged the National Universities Commission (NUC) to incorporate Furniture Manufacturing into university curricula, emphasizing its role in advancing the nation’s industrial sector.
Echoing this sentiment, Dr. Kabir Mustapha, Director of Contact and Mobilization, underscored the initiative’s alignment with government efforts to diversify the economy. He remarked, “Encouraging investment in specialized education will drive innovation, skill development, and industrial expansion in Nigeria.”
The two-day expo, backed by the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade, and Investment alongside key industry bodies, reinforced Nigeria’s commitment to leveraging technology in positioning Abuja as a premier hub for interior design and furniture manufacturing in Africa.
The statement concluded with a collective call for policy reforms that will facilitate the introduction of Furniture Manufacturing degree programs across Nigerian universities.
By Taiwo Olatinwo | February 24, 2025.