The Kaduna State government is on the verge of establishing West Africa’s largest integrated poultry facility after securing a $200 million investment commitment from Chinese partners.
Governor Uba Sani, who is currently in Beijing for high-level talks, confirmed that the state is finalizing the agreements needed to launch the transformative agricultural project.
The initiative, he said, will play a major role in reshaping Nigeria’s food production system.
When fully operational, the project is expected to generate about $450 million in annual revenue and create more than 350,000 jobs, spanning on-site farm work and broader supply-chain opportunities across the region.
The proposed complex will sit on 10,000 hectares, hosting large-scale poultry operations supported by maize and soybean production for animal feed.
This integrated model, according to officials, is designed to ease chronic feed shortages, reduce input costs for local farmers, and strengthen overall food security.
“Construction of the pilot phase is scheduled to begin next month, positioning Kaduna as a key contributor to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which prioritizes agricultural expansion and national self-sufficiency,” the governor said.
Governor Sani is joined on the mission by senior federal representatives, including the Director General of the Nigeria–China Strategic Partnership, Joseph Tegbe.
The delegation is holding targeted meetings with leading Chinese firms, among them the China Communications Construction Company (CCCC) to secure technical support, infrastructure backing, and long-term investment commitments.
Describing the project as a landmark opportunity for the state and the nation, Governor Sani said Kaduna is ready to redefine its agricultural future.
“This is not just a diplomatic visit; it is a concrete plan for shared prosperity. We are grateful to President Tinubu for driving this vision and to our Chinese partners for their unwavering cooperation. Kaduna is committed to advancing investments that improve livelihoods, strengthen our food systems, and position the state as a leading agro-industrial hub in Africa,” the governor said.
