The minister of information and national orientation, Mohammed Idris, has urged stakeholders in Nigeria’s printing industry to embrace unity, reconciliation and collaboration as essential ingredients for sustainable growth and global competitiveness of the sector.
Idris made this known at the Nigeria Print Industry Stakeholders’ Summit 2026 on Tuesday in Abuja at the Nicon Luxury Hotel, themed ‘From Resolution to Renaissance’.
The minister said the recent resolution of the leadership dispute within the Chartered Institute of Professional Printers of Nigeria, CIPPON, presents a unique opportunity to reposition the profession and unlock its vast economic potential.
“History has given you an opportunity to reposition this industry. Please seize it, work together, and let everyone support the leadership so that collectively, you can move the profession forward,” he said.
The minister recalled one of the first issues brought to his attention on assumption of office was the prolonged crisis within the institute, stating that his intervention was driven by the conviction that dialogue and cooperation would better serve the industry than prolonged litigation.
“The printing industry is one with enormous economic value and significant employment potential; the sector would be better positioned to attract government support and policy interventions when stakeholders speak with one voice.
“I assure you of the Federal Government’s continued support and pledge to work with relevant government institutions to advance legitimate initiatives aimed at strengthening professional standards, improving the operating environment and enhancing the contribution of the printing industry to national development,” he stressed.
The minister also urged leadership of the institute to carry every stakeholder along, irrespective of past disagreements, stressing that inclusive leadership would foster lasting peace and leave a legacy that would strengthen the profession for generations to come.
Idris was also informed of the ministry’s support for CIPPON’s efforts in building a stronger, more innovative and globally competitive printing industry, encouraging practitioners to embrace technological innovation to remain relevant in an increasingly digital world.
In his earlier remarks, the President and Chairman of the Governing Council of CIPPON, Koko T. Clement, said the Institute had recorded significant progress since the inauguration of the current Governing Council in December 2025, highlighting engagements with key government institutions to strengthen professional standards, improve industry regulation and promote policies that would support the growth of Nigeria’s printing industry.
“Everything we do is for the growth of this institute, the benefit of every printer, every packaging professional, and every Nigerian who depends on this industry.
“We call on all stakeholders to work together in peace and mutual understanding so that what unites us remains greater than whatever may divide us,” he added.
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