The Dangote Group has announced its participation in the upcoming Kano International Trade Fair, scheduled for November 22 to December 6, 2025. In a statement, Anthony Chiejina, Group Chief Branding and Communication Officer, confirmed that the company will sponsor and fully engage in the annual event, which is expected to attract more than 1,000 exhibitors from around the world.
Kano is a strategic location for the Dangote Group, serving as a major commercial hub in Nigeria and Africa. The city hosts one of the company’s large‑scale rice mills, and additional milling plants are under development in Jigawa, Zamfara, Niger, Kebbi and Sokoto states. Together, these facilities will have a combined milling capacity of 1.5 million tonnes per annum, supporting the government’s food‑security initiatives.
At the trade fair, the Group’s subsidiaries will operate dedicated help desks to encourage the public to explore potential business partnerships. In response to evolving market demand, Dangote will also unveil new sugar pack sizes—100 grams and 25 kilograms—on its Special Day at the Kano Fair. This launch aligns with the fair’s theme, “Empowering SMEs for Sustainable Growth,” which mirrors the company’s vision for sustainable development in Nigeria.
Fatima Wali‑Abdurrahman, Senior Adviser, Special Project & Strategic Relations to the Dangote Group President, emphasized that the sponsorship aims to empower micro, small and medium enterprises by giving them opportunities to showcase products, connect with partners and access new markets, thereby strengthening the nation’s economic growth.
The President of the Kano Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture, Hassan Darma, praised the Dangote Group’s long‑standing relationship with the chamber, noting the company’s significant role as a key sponsor and promoter of the fair. This year’s event promises unique improvements, expansion and new structures at the fair site. The partnership between the Dangote Group and the Kano Chamber will focus on SME development, backward integration and industrial skills transfer.
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