Global Investors, Exhibitors, Others to Converge at 10th Edition of Agrofood & Plastprintpack Nigeria

Germany to Headline Event at Landmark Centre, Lagos from March 25-27

L-R: Managing Director/CEO, Modion Communications, Odion Aleobua; General Manager/Head of HR and Administration, Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Nigeria (DGIC), Cathrene Nwaiku; Senior Project Manager, Fairtrade, Freyja Detjen; Head, Foreign Trade Office, Polish Investment and Trade Agency, Justyna Sitarska and President, African Packaging Organization, Amb. Ahmed Alex Omah, during the Stakeholder and Media engagement in preparation for Agrofood and Plastprintpack in Nigeria Conference and Tradeshow in Lagos.

Investors and exhibitors from around the globe are set to convene at the 10th edition of Agrofood & Plastprintpack Nigeria, scheduled for March 25-27, 2025, at the Landmark Centre in Lagos. This key gathering aims to drive growth in the agrofood, plastics, printing, and packaging sectors.

The 2025 edition, headlined by Germany, marks a decade of collaboration and innovation within these vital industries. According to the organizers, Fairtrade Messe, this milestone event will attract no fewer than 100 investors and exhibitors from 15 countries, showcasing customized products and solutions tailored for the Nigerian market.

The previous edition in 2024 was notable for the attendance of Nigeria’s former President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, along with numerous government officials and other influential stakeholders in the ecosystem.

Freyja Detjen, Senior Project Manager at Fairtrade Messe, emphasized that the international trade show and three-day conference will have over 20 sessions and more than 70 speakers who will dissect topics focused on agro-processing, technology, and packaging.

“This event addresses agro-processing, technology, and the packaging industry, bringing together key players to discuss, innovate, and develop solutions for Nigeria,” Detjen stated. “Many believe they must go abroad for international solutions, but Agrofood Nigeria aims to connect experts and resources within the country for the benefit of the nation.”

L-R: Director of Operation, C4 Technology Solution Limited, Keller Ifeoma; Managing Director and Chief Executive, Modion Communications, Odion Aleobua; Secretary for the Organization for Technology Advancement of Cold Chain in West Africa (OTACCWA), Chinedu Allinson; General Manager/Head of HR and Administration, Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Nigeria (DGIC), Cathrene Nwaiku; Senior Project Manager, Fairtrade, Freyja Detjen; Head, Foreign Trade Office, Polish Investment and Trade Agency, Justyna Sitarska, and President, African Packaging Organization, Amb. Ahmed Alex Omah, during the Stakeholder and Media engagement in preparation for Agrofood and Plastprintpack in Nigeria Conference and Tradeshow in Lagos

Likewise, Odion Aleobua, Chairman of the local organizing partner, noted that investors and exhibitors from Germany, Italy, China, the Netherlands, South Africa, and other nations will participate in the event.

He asserted that the conference would positively impact the economy and contribute to the growth of the agrofood, plastics, printing, and packaging sectors. “This demonstrates confidence in our economy. When these participants find the right partners, we will see investment opportunities materialize and innovations flourish. Connecting global best practices is invaluable.”

Aleobua further remarked on the importance of international collaboration, saying, “The world is interconnected; we cannot thrive without adopting initiatives and innovations from abroad. This platform facilitates global businesses to engage with Nigerian enterprises, fostering commerce and growth.”

Highlights of the 2025 event will include a 10-year jubilee celebration, participation from global exhibitors, official national pavilions from China, Germany, Poland, the Netherlands, and South Africa, as well as a comprehensive three-day conference.

This event is poised to boost investment in the sector, as investments in food and packaging technology reached €304 million in 2023, positioning Nigeria as Africa’s second-largest investor in this field, following South Africa’s €398 million and ahead of Egypt’s €281 million (VDMA 2024).

Additionally, following a successful collaboration since the 2021 event, Fairtrade and OTACCWA (the Organisation for Technology Advancement of Cold Chain in West Africa) will co-organize the 7th West African Cold Chain Summit & Exhibition (WACCSE) alongside Agrofood & Plastprintpack Nigeria 2025.

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