In a strategic push to strengthen Nigeria’s economy through entrepreneurship, Dangote Industries Limited has reaffirmed its commitment to the growth of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) across the country.
Speaking at the Dangote Special Day during the 2025 Nasarawa Trade Fair Exhibition in Lafia, Fatima Wali-Abdurrahman, Senior Adviser to the President of Dangote Group, emphasized the company’s dedication to empowering small businesses. Her remarks, delivered by Dr. Shuaibu Abdullahi, the group’s National Assembly Liaison Lead, highlighted key partnerships and ongoing initiatives driving grassroots enterprise development.
“Our collaboration with critical economic stakeholders, including the Nigeria Association of Small-Scale Industrialists (NASSI) in Nasarawa, is designed to raise awareness and expand the reach of small businesses,” she stated.
N5 Billion MSME Fund to Power One Million Jobs
Central to Dangote’s SME strategy is a groundbreaking N5 billion fund, created through a partnership between the Aliko Dangote Foundation and the Bank of Industry (BoI). This fund aims to generate at least one million direct jobs by supporting MSMEs involved in manufacturing, agro-processing, and the trade of locally produced goods.
Beneficiaries of this initiative span diverse sectors, including:
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Cassava processors
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Aluminum fabricators
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Poultry farmers
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Calabash carvers
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Cattle rearers
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Vegetable sellers
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Market women
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Artisan cooperatives
Empowering Rural Industries and Farmers
As part of its broader development agenda, the Dangote Group has extended support to rural industries such as Jakura Marble Industry Ltd (JMIL) by aiding in electrification—ensuring increased productivity and operational efficiency.
Additionally, Dangote Fertiliser Limited is spearheading an ambitious nationwide training program targeting over one million farmers. The initiative equips them with modern agricultural practices to improve crop yield and profitability, further advancing the company’s commitment to food security and employment generation.
Showcasing Innovation and Industry at Trade Fair
Reflecting its deep investment in local industries, several strategic subsidiaries of the group are actively participating in the 2025 Nasarawa Trade Fair:
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Dangote Fertiliser Limited (DFL)
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Dangote Peugeot Automobiles Nigeria Ltd (DPAN)
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Dangote SinoTruck
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Dangote Sugar Refinery (DSR)
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Dangote Salt (NASCON)
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Dangote Cement Plc
These business units represent the company’s multifaceted approach to industrial development, blending agriculture, automotive, construction, and food processing to create a sustainable economic ecosystem.
Building a Legacy of Enterprise
From funding micro-traders to empowering artisans and modernizing farming techniques, Dangote Group continues to play a vital role in building an inclusive, enterprise-driven economy. With initiatives rooted in job creation, skills development, and local industry support, the conglomerate is proving that private sector leadership is pivotal to national transformation.
