MAN joins force with Agrofood & Plastprintpack Nigeria 2025 to drive innovation, sustainability

Stanley Ihedigbo

Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has formally partnered with Agrofood & Plastprintpack Nigeria 2025, a premier international tradeshow showcasing innovations in Nigeria’s food, agro-allied, beverage, plastics, printing, and packaging sectors.

This collaboration between MAN and fairtrade Messe, the organisers of the tradeshow, underscores their commitment to fostering innovation, growth, and sustainability within Nigeria’s manufacturing sector.

As part of this partnership, MAN and Fairtrade Messe will provide reciprocal support for their respective platforms. In addition, MAN’s members and stakeholders will also receive priority discounts for participation in the exhibitions and sponsorship opportunities.

The exclusive benefit empowers MAN members to showcase their products, explore new technologies, and connect with global industry leaders.

The event, which will be held at Landmark Event Centre in Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria, on March 25-27, 2025, will bring together key stakeholders, including manufacturers, suppliers, policymakers, and investors, from about 16 countries to address challenges and opportunities in Nigeria’s agro-food and packaging industries.

Speaking on the partnership, the Director General of MAN, Mr. Segun Ajayi-Kadir, “We are in partnership with agro-food & plastprintpack Nigeria 2025, a platform that aligns with our mission to drive industrial growth and innovation in Nigeria. This partnership provides our members with a unique opportunity to showcase their capabilities, adopt cutting-edge technologies, and forge strategic alliances. By participating in this event, MAN members will gain visibility, forge international collaborations, and contribute to the transformation of Nigeria’s agro-food and packaging sectors.”

Also commenting, the Managing Director of Fairtrade Messe, Mr. Paul Maerz: “We are honoured to have the Manufacturing Association of Nigeria as our Institutional Partner for agrofood & plastprintpack Nigeria 2025. MAN’s involvement underscores the importance of this event as a catalyst for industrial development. We aim to create a platform that fosters collaboration, innovation, and sustainable growth in Nigeria’s agro-food and packaging industries. We look forward to welcoming MAN members and other stakeholders to this transformative event.”