MAN expresses concern over insecurity, commends security agencies for release of kidnapped Fouani
The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has expressed deep saddened and worried over the recent kidnapping of Mr. Mohamed Fouani , the Managing Director of Fouani Group, a member of the Association.
A statement by the Director General of the Association, Segun Ajayi-Kadir, the incident, which occurred recently, has left the entire manufacturing community shocked and concerned about the safety of its chief executives and indeed, its workforce .
He said, the Association, on receiving the news of the unfortunate incident, frantically made contact with relevant authorities, including security agencies, to express its deep concerns and to reaffirm its confidence in the ability of the agencies to briskly bring an end to the nightmare. We are glad that the efforts of the security agencies paid off and yielded results without casualties among the victims.
MAN commends the security agencies for the safe release of Mr. Fouani.
“The Association urges for intensified efforts to tackle the rising cases of kidnapping and insecurity in the country, as it poses a significant threat to the business community and the overall economic development of Nigeria.
“This if not checked, will erode investor confidence in the economy and further jeopardize the efforts of the present administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at repositioning the economy for growth. MAN also extends its solidarity and hearty felicitation to the family and colleagues of the Managing Director over the release,” the statement said.
The association remains concerned about the safety and well-being of its members and will continue to collaborate with authorities to address security challenges facing the operators in the manufacturing sector in particular and the nation in general.
MAN is the leading voice of the manufacturing sector in Nigeria, representing the collective interests of manufacturers in the country.
MAN promotes the growth and development of the manufacturing industry, advocates for policies that support industrialization, and provides a platform for networking and collaboration among its members.
