Landmark 10th Edition to Drive Innovation, Trade, and Economic Growth
Agrofood & Plastprintpack Nigeria is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary edition from March 25–27, 2025, at the Landmark Centre, Lagos. Building on the remarkable success of the 2024 edition—highlighted by the visit of Nigeria’s former President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo—this milestone event promises to be bigger, bolder, and more impactful than ever before.
As Guest of Honour, Germany will take center stage, reflecting the deep trade ties and technological advancements between both nations. Organised by fairtrade Messe, this landmark edition will showcase a decade of industry transformation, global partnerships, and investment growth across Nigeria’s agrofood, plastics, printing, and packaging sectors.
Pre-Exhibition Stakeholders and Media Engagement
To set the stage for this groundbreaking exhibition, fairtrade Messe will host a Stakeholders and Media Engagement Event, bringing together industry leaders, policymakers, and media partners:
Date: February 13, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM
Venue: Radisson Blu Anchorage Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos
This exclusive pre-event will provide a sneak peek into the main exhibition, offering media representatives and key stakeholders the opportunity to exchange insights, explore collaborations, and assess the economic impact of Agrofood & Plastprintpack Nigeria. Attendees will network with government agencies and industry pioneers, gaining firsthand access to key trends shaping the future of Nigeria’s agro-industrial sector.
Agrofood & Plastprintpack Nigeria 2025: Key Highlights
100+ Global Exhibitors – Leading companies from over 15 countries will showcase the latest innovations tailored to the Nigerian market.
Government Participation – Key ministries at both the federal and Lagos State levels will be actively involved, reinforcing policy support for industrial development.
National Pavilions – Germany, China, Poland, the Netherlands, and South Africa will present groundbreaking technological advancements in agrofood, plastics, printing, and packaging.
Germany as Guest of Honour – This prestigious recognition underscores the growing Nigeria-Germany trade relations, fostering business development, knowledge exchange, and investment opportunities.
Top-Level Conference – A three-day industry-focused conference featuring 70+ speakers across 20+ sessions, providing deep market insights and expert perspectives.
Banking & Finance Forum – A dedicated platform featuring high-level keynote sessions, panel discussions, and investment pitch competitions, tailored 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, further advancing cold chain technology and logistics solutions.
Nigeria’s Growing Investment in Agrofood & Packaging Technology
Nigeria continues to make strategic investments in agrofood and manufacturing, positioning itself as a key player in Africa’s industrial sector:
€304 million invested in food & packaging technology in 2023—making Nigeria Africa’s second-largest investor, behind South Africa (€398 million).
Food production value surged 39.6% from €26 billion in 2016 to €36.3 billion in 2020, with a projected 48% increase between 2021 and 2024 (€42.3 billion to €62.6 billion).
€134 million invested in plastics technology in 2023, recording an annual growth rate of 13.9% (2016–2023).
€92 million in printing & paper processing technology imports (2022), with a 17% annual growth rate, positioning Nigeria as Sub-Saharan Africa’s second-largest investor.
€139 million in packaging technology investment (2023), ranking Nigeria fourth in Africa, after South Africa (€194 million), Algeria (€161 million), and Egypt (€145 million).
(Source: VDMA 2024, Euromonitor International, WTO)
A Decade of Innovation and Industrial Growth
For 10 years, Agrofood & Plastprintpack Nigeria has served as a catalyst for technological innovation, foreign direct investment, and industry partnerships. The 2025 edition marks not just an exhibition but a celebration of resilience, growth, and the future of agro-industrial transformation in Nigeria.
Join us at the Landmark Centre, Lagos, from March 25–27, 2025, and be part of a decade-defining industry event!
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