Landmark 10-Year Celebration to Drive Innovation, Trade, and Economic Growth
Agrofood & Plastprintpack Nigeria is set to mark a historic milestone with its 10th anniversary edition, scheduled to take place from March 25–27, 2025, at the Landmark Centre, Lagos. Following the remarkable success of the 2024 edition, which saw a prestigious visit from Nigeria’s former President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, the upcoming event is poised to be bigger, bolder, and more impactful than ever.Germany will take center stage as the Guest of Honour, underscoring the strong trade relations and technological advancements that link both nations. Organised by fairtrade Messe, this landmark edition will celebrate a decade of fostering innovation, partnerships, and industry transformation across Nigeria’s agrofood, plastics, printing, and packaging sectors.
Pre-Exhibition Stakeholders and Media Engagement
Ahead of the grand exhibition, fairtrade Messe is hosting a Stakeholders and Media Engagement Event to set the stage for the 10th edition:
This exclusive event will bring together media partners, exhibitors, policymakers, and industry leaders to exchange insights, explore opportunities, and highlight the economic impact of Agrofood & Plastprintpack Nigeria. Attendees will gain early access to event highlights, network with key agencies, and understand the growing role of technology and investment in the sector.
Highlights of Agrofood & Plastprintpack Nigeria 2025
100+ Global Exhibitors: Leading companies from over 15 countries will showcase cutting-edge products and solutions tailored for the Nigerian market.
Government Participation: The exhibition will feature active involvement from key federal and Lagos State ministries, reinforcing policy support for sectoral growth.
National Pavilions: International delegations from Germany, China, Poland, the Netherlands, and South Africa will present the latest technological advancements.
Germany as Guest of Honour: This prestigious recognition will facilitate trade partnerships, knowledge exchange, and business development between German and Nigerian stakeholders.
Top-Level Conference: A three-day thought-leadership conference will host over 70 speakers across 20 sessions, offering deep industry insights.
Banking & Finance Forum: A dedicated segment featuring keynote sessions, panel discussions, and an investment pitch competition for financial institutions and entrepreneurs.
WACCSE 2025: The 7th West African Cold Chain Summit & Exhibition (WACCSE), co-organised with OTACCWA, will run alongside Agrofood & Plastprintpack Nigeria, strengthening discussions on cold chain advancements.
Nigeria’s Rising Investments in Agrofood & Packaging Technology
Nigeria’s agrofood and manufacturing sectors are experiencing unprecedented growth, fueled by strategic investments:
€304 million invested in food & packaging technology (2023), making Nigeria Africa’s second-largest investor after South Africa.
Food production value surged by 39.6% between 2016 and 2020, with a projected 48% increase between 2021 and 2024.
€134 million in plastics technology investments (2023), with an annual growth rate of 13.9% from 2016 to 2023.
€92 million in printing & paper processing technology imports (2022), with 17% annual growth, making Nigeria Sub-Saharan Africa’s second-largest investor.
€139 million invested in packaging technology (2023), ranking Nigeria fourth in Africa after South Africa, Algeria, and Egypt.
A Decade of Transformative Impact
Over the past 10 years, Agrofood & Plastprintpack Nigeria has played a pivotal role in driving industrial advancements, attracting foreign investments, and fostering collaboration between Nigerian businesses and global stakeholders. The 2025 edition is not just an exhibition—it is a celebration of resilience, growth, and the future of agro-industrial transformation in Nigeria.
Join us in shaping the next decade of innovation from March 25–27, 2025, at the Landmark Centre, Lagos!
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