History of Automobile Past and Present Challenges Facing Automobile Production in Nigeria

Abstract

The history of automobile in Nigeria started long before the country had her independence in 1960 between 1970 to 1980. The Federal government in partnership with automobile company investors from the western world entered into agreement by spelling out mode of operation in terms of policy implementation and also assisting the country on technological advancement. Past and present history of Automobile was discussed, having in mind some of the challenges that has befall most Automobile industries in Nigeria. Based on the challenges discussed, findings were made for the purpose of finding solutions to the challenges that is facing automobile industries in the country. Based on the findings discussed, recommendations were made, that government should review policy establishing Automobile industries in the country, government should articulate all the problems facing Automobile industries in Nigeria etc.