DICON, defence firm sign MoU on local production of satellite laser systems, drones
The Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON) and Homeland Protectors Supplies Limited have signed a Memorandum of Understanding(MOU) on the local production of satellite laser systems and security drones for the Nigerian military.
According to the Director-General of DICON, Maj.-Gen. Babatunde Alaya, the partnership is aimed at bringing expertise and experience in satellite laser systems, communication, and modern security drones to Nigeria.
“Today is another milestone for DICON. We have just signed a major partnership agreement with Homeland Protectors Limited, an international organisation.
“What we are bringing on board are expertise and experience in the field of satellite, laser system, communications, and weather security drones.”
The director-general explained that under the agreement, Homeland Protectors Supplies Limited will set up production line in Nigeria for the military equipments, “so that we can satisfy the defence industry requirements and other security agencies and also to export excess capacity to other African countries.
“It’s a major milestone, and I want to thank Managing Director of the company for finding time to travel and come to Nigeria to sign the MOU by himself.
“We are going to see joint production at this point and it has a lot of expertise,” Alaya said.
He appreciated the support of President Bola Tinubu and the Ministers of Defence, which has been instrumental in making the partnership a reality.
Alaya said the collaboration would lead to technology transfer and knowledge sharing between DICON and the globally reputable firm, and enhance local production capabilities for defence systems in Nigeria.
“This partnership has the potential to boost Nigeria’s defence industry and contribute to regional security.”
The director-general appreciated Tinubu for signing the DICON Act in 2023, which had enabled it to partner with international companies like homeland protectors limited.
Earlier, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Homeland Protectors Supplies Limited, Mr Ali Aldayhani, said they would execute the MoU diligently, and thanked President Tinubu and the two defence ministers for their support
