The Nigerian automotive sector is poised for a major transformation with the announcement of a new digital initiative aimed at revolutionizing access to locally manufactured vehicle components.
Digital Solution for a Persistent Challenge
The Automotive Local Content Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (ALCMAN) has finalized arrangements to introduce an automated platform in 2026. This system is designed to ensure seamless and real-time access to spare parts produced within Nigeria. The revelation was made by the Chairman of ALCMAN, Anselm Ilekuba, during his keynote speech at the Nigeria Auto Journalists Association (NAJA) awards ceremony in Lagos.
Ilekuba emphasized that this project highlights ALCMAN's expanding influence in strengthening the nation's automotive value chain. It specifically focuses on fulfilling local content mandates and supporting component manufacturing. He stressed the indispensable role of parts makers, stating that component manufacturers are the essential backbone for vehicle assemblers, and that quality after-sales support would be greatly diminished without them.
Collaboration with Regulatory Body
The initiative is a direct response to a common concern among Nigerian vehicle owners regarding the availability of parts. Ilekuba disclosed that the Director-General of the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC) charged ALCMAN with tackling this recurring issue head-on.
In partnership with the NADDC, ALCMAN has engineered a comprehensive digital solution. Scheduled for launch in 2026, this automated platform will empower vehicle assemblers to upload and display their inventory of available spare parts in real time. The goal is to create an ecosystem where any user can instantly find information on locally available components with a simple click.
Preparing for a New Era in Automotive Manufacturing
Ilekuba noted that the industry is already gearing up for this change. All assemblers registered with the NADDC, along with ALCMAN member companies, are currently adjusting their production systems. These adjustments are necessary to meet the anticipated demands for after-sales service and to earn a place within the new, credible replacement parts system.
This move aligns with the broader industry objective of gradually reducing dependence on imported components. The platform is expected to significantly enhance transparency, efficiency, and reliability in the supply of spare parts, ultimately benefiting assemblers, repair shops, and vehicle owners across Nigeria.
