Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu will deliver the keynote address at the highly anticipated 10th edition of Agrofood & Plastprintpack Nigeria, underscoring the State’s commitment to food security, trade expansion, and industrial growth.
The premier international trade exhibition and conference will run from March 25 to 27, 2025, at the Landmark Event Centre, Lagos, bringing together over 110 exhibitors from 13 countries. The event will serve as a catalyst for industrial advancement, showcasing cutting-edge innovations in agriculture, food processing, plastics, printing, and packaging technology.
Lagos: A Hub for Industrial Growth and Investment
As Africa’s fastest-growing megacity and fifth-largest economy, Lagos remains a focal point for industrialization and trade development. Governor Sanwo-Olu’s administration has been at the forefront of policies driving investment, innovation, and job creation in agriculture and manufacturing.
Odion Aleobua, CEO of Modion Communications (Nigerian partners for Agrofood & Plastprintpack Nigeria), highlighted Nigeria’s growing investment in food processing and packaging technology, which reached €304 million in 2023—second only to South Africa—along with €134 million in plastics technology. He noted that the trade fair will provide stakeholders with tools to scale operations and adopt sustainable solutions.
Through strategic partnerships, infrastructure development, and business-friendly policies, Lagos is positioning itself as a top destination for investors in agriculture, manufacturing, and sustainable packaging. The State’s initiatives support local food production while enhancing logistics and industrial capacity to attract global and domestic investors.
Agrofood & Plastprintpack: Driving Innovation and Trade
Paul Maerz, Managing Director of Fairtrade Messe, emphasized the significance of Governor Sanwo-Olu’s participation:
“Lagos remains the heartbeat of commerce in Africa. We are proud to host the milestone 10th edition of Agrofood & Plastprintpack Nigeria, which brings together global investors, manufacturers, and industry leaders to explore Nigeria’s agro-allied, food processing, and packaging opportunities.”
Over the three-day event, exhibitors will showcase advanced food processing technologies, smart packaging solutions, and next-generation printing innovations. Industry leaders and policymakers will engage in high-level discussions on market trends, industry challenges, and investment opportunities, further solidifying Nigeria’s position as a key player in Africa’s industrial transformation.
With Nigeria’s food production industry projected to grow by 58% by 2025, the exhibition provides an unparalleled platform for stakeholders to leverage global expertise and expand the sector.
About Agrofood & Plastprintpack Nigeria 2025
Agrofood & Plastprintpack Nigeria is the leading international trade fair for Nigeria’s food, agro-allied, beverage, plastics, printing, and packaging industries. The event features exhibitions, conferences, and networking sessions, bringing together industry leaders, innovators, and policymakers to explore the latest trends, technologies, and solutions shaping the future of these critical sectors.
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