Although Dangote does supply Nigeria's national market and the sub-region, it remains a relatively modest player... for now. More in our series
After his successful entry into the inputs market, the Nigerian tycoon Aliko Dangote is yet to make his $2.5bn investment profitable and establish a lasting presence in West Africa, where he remains a modest player.This new entrant is not just any new entrant.
Dangote, who built his success in cement and sugar in Nigeria, has been establishing himself on the fertiliser market since 2021.Get unlimited access to our exclusive journalism and features today. Our award-winning team of correspondents and editors report from over 54 African countries, from Cape Town to Cairo, from Abidjan to Abuja to Addis Ababa. Africa. Unlocked.
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