The country's manufacturing sector has seen a decline in its contribution to the nation's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in 2025, highlighting ongoing structural issues despite slight improvements in output growth. According to data from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), the sector's real GDP contribution slipped to 8.05 per cent in 2025.
Experts attribute the decline to persistent challenges in the sector, including inadequate infrastructure, high production costs, and a lack of competitiveness. These factors have hindered the sector's ability to drive economic growth, despite marginal improvements in output.
The data obtained from the NBS indicate that the sector's modest growth has not been sufficient to offset the structural challenges, resulting in a decline in its contribution to the nation's GDP.
The National Bureau of Statistics' data highlights the urgent need for the government to address the structural challenges facing the manufacturing sector. The sector's decline in GDP contribution is a stark reminder of the need for policy interventions to boost competitiveness and drive economic growth. The government's inaction on this front has significant implications for everyday Nigerians, who continue to bear the brunt of a struggling economy. With the sector's contribution to GDP slipping to 8.05 per cent, it is imperative that the government takes concrete steps to revitalize the sector and create jobs for Nigerians. The time for talk is over; the government must act decisively to address the sector's challenges.
