Dangote partners with Niger to boost industrialisation and rice production

Dangote Industries Limited is partnering with the Niger State Government to accelerate industrialisation, attract investment, and expand economic opportunities in the state.

According to a statement by the Group Chief Branding and Communication Officer, Anthony Chiejina, the company is collaborating with the state government on several economic initiatives.

The statement said that, in addition to sponsoring the annual trade fair, Dangote Rice Limited had signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the state government for the supply of paddy rice over the next 10 years.

“According to the MoU, Dangote Rice Limited has committed to a guaranteed off‑take of 1 million metric tons of paddy rice, which Niger Foods will supply to boost food sufficiency in Nigeria,” the statement said.

The statement quoted the Regional Director and Senior Adviser to the President and Chief Executive of the Dangote Group, Fatima Wali‑Abdurrahman, as saying that construction of the company’s rice mill in the state was progressing.

“Construction of the 32 metric tonnes per hour Dangote Rice Mill, being developed on a 30‑hectare site in Wushishi, is progressing steadily and is on track for completion. This landmark project represents a significant step forward in bolstering the food security initiatives of the state,” she said.

“Upon its delivery, the mill is expected to enhance local rice production, create employment opportunities, and contribute to the agricultural development of Nigeria.”

Wali‑Abdurrahman also noted that the Strategic Business Units of the company were taking part in the 22nd edition of the Niger Trade Fair.

She indicated that Dangote Cement Plc, NASCON Allied Industries Plc, Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc