Kaduna Printers Decry Power Constraints, Seek Strategic Partnerships

The Kaduna Master Printers’ Association has expressed concern over persistent electricity challenges affecting printing operations across the state, calling for urgent and strategic interventions to sustain the industry.

The concern was raised during the association’s 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM) and investiture of a new chairman held in Kaduna.

In his valedictory remarks, the outgoing chairman, Bello Ibrahim Ademola, said unstable power supply remained one of the most pressing challenges confronting members.

He noted that the high cost of alternative energy sources, coupled with rising prices of printing materials, had significantly increased production expenses and reduced profit margins.

“Power supply remains a critical issue for our members, forcing many to rely on expensive alternatives, which continue to affect business sustainability,” he said.

Ademola also highlighted other challenges facing the sector, including competition from informal operators and the growing shift toward digital printing technologies.

He, however, said the association had recorded progress in strengthening internal collaboration, promoting professional standards, and sustaining advocacy for a more enabling environment.

Also speaking, the secretary-general, David Okaja, said members continued to grapple with rising operational costs, economic constraints, and delays in the execution of some planned welfare projects.

In his acceptance speech, the newly inaugurated chairman, Timothy Ayo Ojo, pledged to strengthen partnerships aimed at repositioning the association for sustainable growth.

He assured members that his administration would prioritise improved service delivery, address insecurity affecting business activities, and deepen engagement with relevant stakeholders to support the printing industry.

The AGM brought together members, industry stakeholders, and invited guests to deliberate on the future direction of the profession amid prevailing economic realities.