Mandate
The overall objective for adoption of Free Zones in the country is to create an enabling environment aimed at enhancing economic growth and development of export oriented manufacturing in the non-oil sector of the economy, as well as the propagation of the Nigerian content policy in the oil & gas sector in order to diversify the country’s economic base, attract Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), generate employment, increase foreign exchange earnings, enhance technology transfer, skill acquisition and upgrade as well as create backward linkages.
Origin
The Nigeria Export Processing Zones Authority is a Federal agency under the supervision of the Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment. It was established in 1992 following the enactment of the Nigeria Export Processing Zones Act 63, of 1992.
Vision
To establish zones of the highest quality that meet the needs of the investor and ensure a diversified economy.
Mission
To establish, license, regulate and operate highly efficient Free Zones by providing a highly competitive incentive scheme, excellent support facilities and service for the purpose of creating an enabling environment for export manufacturing and other commercial activities.
Our Core Values
N ovelty – We consistently innovate our processes to align with evolving global investment trends.
E xcellence – Our culture is to deliver superior investor experience.
P roductivity – We streamline our services to deliver maximum output on investment.
Z eal – Our passion is to build a competent team for better service delivery.
A ccountability – We ensure transparency in all our promised commitments.
Free Zones Overview
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Unique Investment Opportunities
NEPZA is the major driver of Government’s initiative to diversify the Nigerian economy. With attractive investment packages and a focus on economy-driven sectors, NEPZA provides opportunities in different sectors across the entire country.
Percentage Investment in Free Zones by Sector
Manufacturing
Services
Oil and Gas
Trading
Logistics
Agriculture
Our [Management] Team
Managing Director
Dr. Olufemi Ogunyemi
MD
A visionary leader in business development, policy implementation, and global diplomacy.
He is a distinguished Medical Consultant with specialized expertise in Anesthetics. Holding licenses in Nigeria, the United Kingdom, and the United States, he has established himself as a versatile and globally recognized professional.
Sir I.O. Uzoechi (AM, IoD)
Haleema Sani Kamba (Mrs.)
Engr. Ekpe Godwin Okimba
Ibekwe Chika Faith
Musa Mu’azu Sahabi
Our [Key] Partners
Customs
Ports
Banking
Security
Immigration
Government
NIGERIA CUSTOMS SERVICE (NCS)
Our cordial working relationship with the Nigeria Customs Service helps in expediting easy market access for our investors by ensuring prompt importation of raw materials and exportation of finished products.
All of our Zones have officials of NCS available 24/7 to facilitate business activities.
NIGERIA PORTS AUTHORITY (NPA)
Most of FZs are closely located to excellent transport infrastructure (port) through NPA to increase the ease of raw material and product logistics for our investors.
CENTRAL BANK OF NIGERIA (CBN)
Partnership with CBN with the view of providing offshore banking services within our FZs that will guarantee greater security and privacy of every investor’s capital.
NIGERIA POLICE FORCE
With the strong presence of various security agencies in our Free Zones, investors can be rest assured of 24 hours protection of lives and investments (assets).
NIGERIA IMMIGRATION SERVICE (NIS)
For the purpose of encouraging ease of doing business within our Free Zones, the Authority works closely with NIS to ensure prompt issuance of various employment visas and permits for our investors.
All of our Zones have officials of NCS available 24/7 to facilitate business activities.
STATE GOVERNMENTS
The Authority collaborates with state governments in securing swift issuance of land related permits to increase the confidence level of our investors.
Our [Technical] Partners
