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6000 brands receive certification from SON
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6000 brands receive certification from SON

The Standards Organisation of Nigeria has demonstrated its dedication to maintaining quality standards in the nation by successfully certifying an astounding 6000 brands. The former director of product certification at SON, Tersoo Iyorshe Orngudwem revealed this information at a retirement celebration in Abuja. According to him, the accreditation is a major step forward in the continuous […]

6000 brands receive certification from SON
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Low standards behind falling exports, says SON

The Standards Organisation of Nigeria has claimed that poor packaging, insufficient testing, certification gaps, and a lack of quality assurance are the main reasons why Nigerian goods get rejected. The Punch reported that according to data from the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, over 70% of Nigeria’s food exports are turned down by foreign buyers, […]

SON tasks manufacturers on quality assurance standards
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SON tasks manufacturers on quality assurance standards

  By Wilson Adekumola   Director-General, Standards Organisation of Nigeria, Farouk Salim, has charged manufacturers to comply with assurance standards and carry out necessary quality assurance procedures for the best quality to strengthen economic growth. Salim gave the charge during a one-day general sensitization workshop organised by SON with the theme, ‘Promoting Exports and Economic […]

6000 brands receive certification from SON
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12 Anambra companies receive SON’s MANCAP certification

The Nigerian Standards Organization has granted the Mandatory Conformity Assessment Program certificate to around 12 organizations that have retained outstanding quality awards. According to The Punch, on Thursday, the awards event was held at the SON office in Nnewi, Anambra State. The event’s keynote speaker, Director General of SON,  Mallam Farouk Salim, stated that the awards were […]

SON urges manufacturers to standardize local products
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SON urges manufacturers to standardize local products

  The Standards Organisation of Nigeria has issued a call to Nigerian manufacturers, urging them to adopt standardization practises for their products in order to foster economic progress inside the nation. The Director General, Mallam Farouk Salim, issued this statement during a one-day workshop aimed at raising awareness among stakeholders in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. […]

6000 brands receive certification from SON
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SON promises effective enforcement

The Standard Organisation of Nigeria has pledged to guarantee the country’s manufacture of high-quality goods. While giving the MANCAP certificate for “5ml Deleject Disposable Syringes and Needles,” one of the products of HMA Medical Limited, the quality control organisation made the pledge in Ilorin, Kwara State. The company reaffirmed its dedication to getting rid of […]

SEC grants NASD approval to launch digital securities platform
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SEC, SON partner to develop standards for commodities

The Standards Organisation of Nigeria and the Securities and Exchange Commission are working together to create standards for commodities. According to The Times, in an effort to boost the economy, create jobs for Nigerians, and give the country foreign exchange, the director general of the SEC, Mr. Lamido Yuguda, noted that Nigeria had a variety of commodities that may be […]

6000 brands receive certification from SON
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SON reaffirms commitment to Halal product standards

The Nigerian Standards Organization has reaffirmed its commitment to leading initiatives that advance the creation of Halal product standards. The Punch reported that in a statement, the director general of SON, Mallam Farouk Salim, stated that this would be carried out for both domestic and overseas consumers by generally recognized standards. Salim made this statement during the meeting […]

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SON warns against buying uncertified products

The Director General of the Standards Organisation of Nigeria, Malam Farouk Salim, has urged Nigerians to avoid buying uncertified products that could pose a risk to their well-being. According to The Punch, Salim made this announcement during SON’s Special Day event, which took place on Thursday at the ongoing 34th Enugu International Trade Fair in […]