Nigeria turns to homegrown defense to tackle security challenges
Nigeria has concluded its inaugural Africa International Defence Exhibition (AFRIDEX) in Lagos, showcasing combat drones, armored vehicles, ammunition and other military equipment. Organized by the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria, the event brought local manufacturers and international firms together to promote domestic production and explore partnerships. Exhibitor Darlington Abuda said it highlighted Nigeria's growing capacity to build advanced equipment: "Not a lot of people know that Nigerians make this type of drone… Everybody thinks it can only be seen in movies. But once this gets out, people will know we have capacity.
