Listing of Selected Current Investors

Kaduna State’s Government has adopted policies attracting investment and creating a business-friendly environment. Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) inflows into Kaduna have consequently been steadily high in recent years. This table below provides a sample of current investors.

2. Case Studies

Peugeot Automobile Nigeria (www.peugeotnigeria.com)
Peugeot Automobile Nigeria has several dealerships, service garages, and assembly plants throughout Nigeria, including a large assembly plant in Kaduna.

Experience in Kaduna

Peugeot’s assembly plant in Kaduna was established in 1975. Peugeot’s efforts in Kaduna are largely marketing, distribution, and sales of spare parts and Peugeot motor vehicles. The plant manager expressed Kaduna’s role in Peugeot’s successful establishment and growth, saying,

“Kaduna is a well-functioning city. Investors can do business here because of the good road networks, low traffic congestion, and skilled and unskilled manpower sourced from schools. Kaduna’s cosmopolitan culture also brings many people from different states and countries, making the city an enjoyable place to live. As far as northern Nigeria is concerned, Kaduna has the most potential for business growth and high returns on investment.”

Potential Investment Opportunities in Kaduna

“I would encourage investment in railway, aviation, energy, and other transport facilities, especially given the State’s growing population and wealth.”

Northern Cable Processing and Manufacturing Company Limited (NOCACO) (www.nocaco.com)
NOCACO produces cables for Kaduna, other Nigerian states, and surrounding countries. It is located in the heart of Kaduna and has branches in Lagos and Abuja.

Experience in Kaduna

NOCACO production in Kaduna began in 1980 to supply vehicle plants with locally-made cable harnesses and meet the growing demand for electric cables and wires. The company's equity shares are distributed between Nigerian shareholders and foreign partners (40 percent and 60 percent respectively). NOCACO is the only manufacturer of complete assembled harnesses for the automobile industry in the country.

International Beer and Beverage Industry Limited (Nigeria) (www.ibbinig.com)
International Beer and Beverage Industry began production in 1982. The company prides itself on its quality standards and has modern labs for testing beer and non-alcoholic drinks. IBBI's leading beer is Tigre Bock Lager, one of only a handful of truly global beer brands.

Experience in Kaduna

“Our access to distributors throughout the northern, eastern, and western parts of Nigeria ensures that our products are accessible and transportable.”