Nigeria is positioning itself to become a major fertilizer and urea export hub by 2028, driven by large-scale expansions at Indorama and Dangote Fertilizer. According to the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, these investments could end the country’s reliance on imported fertilizer and unlock new export revenues within the next two years. Officials say the strategy reflects a broader push to move beyond crude exports and build value-added industries around Nigeria’s vast gas resources. Dangote’s plans alone could more than triple its urea output to over 8 million tons annually. Nevertheless, regulators warn that an additional $30–$50 billion in midstream investment will be needed to fully realize Nigeria’s ambition as a hub for value-added petroleum products.
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