Dangote Group has reaffirmed its commitment to eliminating raw sugar importation in Nigeria with a $700 million investment in sugar production.
Speaking at the 14th Gateway International Trade Fair in Abeokuta, the company's representative, Tunde Mabogunje, emphasized the acceleration of its Sugar Backward Integration Plan.
The investment covers land acquisition, machinery, infrastructure, and community relations to strengthen local production.
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Dangote also announced ongoing exports of fertiliser to global markets, including the U.S., France, and several African countries, alongside refined petroleum exports from the Dangote Refinery.
"With our investments in manufacturing, we aim to replace imports, create jobs, and drive economic growth," Dangote stated.
Ogun Assembly Speaker, Oludaisi Elemide, praised the conglomerate's contributions while urging a stronger focus on environmental sustainability.
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