Dangote to showcase refinery at Nasarawa trade fair

As a leading voice in Nigeria's industrial landscape, The Punch Newspaper recognizes the significance of Dangote Industries Limited's participation and sponsorship of the 2026 Nasarawa Trade Fair. This event, themed 'Unlocking Industrial Synergy: Deepening the Value Chain and Driving Inclusive Growth in Nasarawa State,' provides a crucial platform for showcasing the nation's industrial prowess and future aspirations.

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Nasarawa State is key to the Group’s overall investment in Africa. “It is home to Dangote’s Nasarawa Sugar Company Limited. The sugar project, when completed, will be one of the biggest sugar investments in Africa,”

The spotlight on the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemical Company, alongside other ventures like Dangote Cement, Sugar, Salt, and Fertiliser, underscores the conglomerate's multifaceted contribution to Nigeria's economic diversification. Dangote's Vision 2030, which emphasizes innovation and Africa's industrialization, aligns perfectly with the trade fair's objectives, signaling a commitment to not just domestic growth but continental development.

Fatima Wali Abdurrahman's statement highlights Nasarawa State's strategic importance, particularly the burgeoning Nasarawa Sugar Company Limited project. This project's potential to become one of Africa's largest sugar investments is a testament to the state's role in Dangote's expansive vision. The trade fair serves as an invaluable opportunity for stakeholders to engage with Dangote Group, fostering business relationships and exploring investment avenues.

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We align strongly with the vision of Aliko Dangote, whose leadership continues to shape Nigeria’s economic future. His focus on industrialisation, local production, and value creation inspires our efforts to connect MSMEs to structured value chains.

The collaboration with the Nigeria Association of Small-Scale Industrialists, as articulated by Chairman Nidan Sambo Manasseh, is particularly noteworthy. This partnership aims to bridge grassroots businesses with large industries, driving inclusive growth and aligning with Aliko Dangote's leadership in shaping Nigeria's economic future through industrialization and value creation. The inclusion of an Empowerment Skill Acquisition Programme further emphasizes a commitment to human capital development, a critical component for sustainable economic progress.

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Through this partnership, we are building a bridge between grassroots businesses and large industries, driving inclusive growth,”