Flour Mills of Nigeria has intensified efforts to expand non-oil exports by showcasing Nigerian agricultural products at a major international exhibition in Paris.
The exhibition brought together agribusiness stakeholders from multiple countries, creating opportunities for trade partnerships and investment discussions. Flour Mills used the platform to highlight locally processed food products and raw agricultural commodities sourced from Nigerian farmers.
The company stated that international exposure remains essential to increasing foreign exchange earnings and strengthening Nigeria’s export competitiveness.
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Supporting value chain development
Participation in global trade events aligns with broader efforts to deepen agricultural value chains and encourage industrial processing within Nigeria. By promoting finished and semi-processed products rather than raw exports, firms aim to capture higher value and improve income for producers.
Agriculture remains a significant employer in Nigeria, yet export performance has faced structural constraints including logistics gaps and limited financing access.
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Trade diversification strategy
The move reflects ongoing diversification away from crude oil dependency. Industry observers note that sustained export promotion and market access agreements will be necessary to unlock long-term gains.
Flour Mills’ participation signals confidence in Nigerian agribusiness standards and the potential to compete in international markets.
