Summary
Dangote Group has unveiled a set of strategic technical alliances designed to propel the next stage of its fertiliser business in Nigeria and support the establishment of new fertiliser plants in Ethiopia.
According to the company, these partnerships represent a crucial move in its long-term agenda to boost regional food security, improve agricultural productivity, and elevate Africa’s standing in the global fertiliser industry.
At the same time, Dangote Cement Plc reiterated its dedication to improving the well-being of its host communities in Nigeria and across Africa through consistent and impactful social development initiatives.
In a statement, Dangote Group explained, “Through these strategic partnerships, Dangote Group will increase its urea production capacity in Nigeria from the current three million metric tons to nine million metric tons annually. The existing facility operates two trains with a combined capacity of three million metric tons. The expansion will introduce four additional trains, enabling the Group to meet the rising demand for high quality fertiliser across Africa and global markets.”
Beyond the Nigerian expansion, the Group highlighted the recent groundbreaking for a $2.5bn fertiliser plant in Gode, Ethiopia. The new facility is projected to produce three million metric tons of urea each year, marking another milestone in Dangote’s drive to reinforce food security and accelerate industrial development across the continent.
The statement added, “Topsoe will provide ammonia technology licensing and complete process design packages for six ammonia plants. Four of these plants will be located in Nigeria and two in Ethiopia. Topsoe is recognised globally for advanced ammonia process technologies that support efficient and environmentally responsible production.”
What You Should Know
Dangote Group is embarking on a large-scale expansion aimed at tripling Nigeria’s urea output while establishing new fertiliser capacity in Ethiopia.
Supported by global technology partners like Topsoe, these investments are positioned to significantly strengthen Africa’s agricultural resilience, enhance food security, and boost the continent’s role in the global fertiliser marketplace.
