NCSP, China-Africa Geoscience Center, and Yangtse Automotive Partner on EV and Mining Investments to Boost Nigeria’s Industrialization
Abuja, July 23, 2025 — In a move to accelerate Nigeria’s industrialization and economic diversification agenda, the Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership (NCSP) has commenced discussions with the China-Africa Geoscience Cooperation Center and Yangtse Automotive Group to explore collaborative investments in the mining and electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing sectors.
The high-level meeting, held at the NCSP headquarters in Abuja, aligns with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda and the administration’s efforts to reposition Nigeria as a hub for clean energy innovation and sustainable manufacturing.
Director General of NCSP, Mr. Joseph Tegbe, emphasized the urgency of reindustrializing Nigeria by attracting long-term, strategic investments from credible Chinese partners. He highlighted opportunities across the EV value chain—from mineral extraction and refining to battery storage, charging infrastructure, and EV assembly—positioning Nigeria as a regional leader in clean mobility and industrial development.
“This partnership aims to unlock the full potential of our mining and energy sectors while supporting President Tinubu’s vision of a diversified, resilient economy. The Honourable Minister of Solid Minerals, Mr. Dele Alake, has laid a strong foundation, and we are building on those gains,” Tegbe stated.
Speaking on behalf of the Chinese delegation, Professor Hu Peng, Secretary General of the China-Africa Geoscience Center, reaffirmed President Xi Jinping’s commitment to Africa through enhanced China-Nigeria cooperation in science, technology, and sustainable development. He noted the Center’s long-standing support for Nigeria in geoscience research and capacity building.
Professor Hu also confirmed the readiness of Yangtse Automotive and Hubei Wan New Energy to invest in Nigeria’s EV and energy value chains as part of China’s Belt and Road Initiative and green technology export strategy.
To advance the collaboration, NCSP and its Chinese counterparts have agreed on a framework for immediate action. Yangtse Automotive and Hubei Wan New Energy are expected to submit a formal expression of interest to the NCSP, outlining specific investment and collaboration areas. Additionally, NCSP will conduct a technical visit to Hubei Wan New Energy’s facilities in the coming weeks to assess capacity and feasibility.
The strategic partnership underscores NCSP’s commitment to facilitating credible international investments that stimulate local manufacturing, create jobs, and drive sustainable industrial growth.
With its growing network of global partners, NCSP continues to serve as a catalyst for transformative economic projects aligned with Nigeria’s long-term development goals.
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