Nigeria and Germany are strengthening their partnership in agro-based investments through the 10th edition of Agrofood and Plastprintpack Nigeria. The event, organized by Fairtrade Messe, marks a decade of innovation in Nigeria’s agro-food, plastics, printing, and packaging sectors.
Based on its expertise and commitment to fostering collaboration and business development with Nigeria, Germany has been designated as the Guest of Honour at the upcoming trade fair. The event will provide a platform for knowledge exchange between German and Nigerian stakeholders.
According to Fairtrade Messe, the exhibition will feature over 100 top exhibitors from more than 15 countries, with national pavilions from China, Germany, Poland, the Netherlands, and South Africa. Key federal and Lagos State ministries will also actively participate.
Nigeria remains a significant player in food and packaging technology investments, reaching €304 million in 2023, making it Africa’s second-largest investor behind South Africa.
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The country’s food production value rose from €26 billion in 2016 to €36.3 billion in 2020 and was projected to hit €62.6 billion by 2024. In the plastics sector, Nigeria ranked fourth in Africa in 2023, investing €134 million, while the printing and paper processing sector saw an annual growth rate of 17 percent, with imports reaching €92 million in 2022.
Fairtrade Messe has been organizing international trade fairs across Africa and the Middle East since 1991, contributing to the development of Nigeria’s industrial and investment landscape.
A three-day conference will accompany the event, featuring over 70 speakers across 20 sessions. The program will include a banking and finance segment with keynote speakers, panel discussions, and an investment pitch competition. Additionally, the West African Cold Chain Summit and Exhibition will be co-located with Agrofood and Plastprintpack Nigeria, further strengthening partnerships within the industry.
