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Coca-Cola Set to Invest $1 Billion in Nigeria, Tinubu Reveals
President Bola Tinubu and senior officials of Coca-Cola met on Thursday, and the president of the country said that the soft drink manufacturer intends to invest $1 billion in its operations in Nigeria over the next five years.
According to Reuters, Tinubu met with John Murphy, who is the president and chief financial officer of Coca-Cola, Zoran Bogdanovic, who is the CEO of Coca-Cola HBC, one of the many bottlers of Coca-Cola throughout the world, and other executives from the corporation in his efforts to entice investment into the economy.
Coca-Cola's $1.5 Billion Investment in Nigeria Since 2013
The Nigerian president's office released a statement stating that Bogdanovic informed Tinubu that Coca-Cola had spent $1.5 billion in Nigeria since 2013 on training and development, supply chain improvements, and production capacity expansion.
"I am very pleased to announce that, with a predictable and enabling environment in place, we plan to invest an additional $1 billion over the next five years," it was reported that Bogdanovic said.
Multinational Firms Like Procter & Gamble, Bayer Exit Nigerian Market
The announcement of investment follows a slew of corporate departures or distribution deals struck by multinationals during Tinubu's administration, including Procter & Gamble, GSK Plc, and Bayer AG, as reported by US News.
The government of Tinubu, which has been in power since May of last year, has stated its intention to foster an environment welcoming to enterprises.
"We are building a financial system where you can invest, re-invest, and repatriate all your dividends. I have a firm belief in that," he declared.
Nigeria's Market Potential Remains Strong Despite Investor Concerns
Many international businesses regard Nigeria as a possible market due to the country's large population (over 200 million). However, challenges with the currency, bureaucracy, and inconsistent policies deter some investors.
Coca-Cola HBC, a bottler, predicted an increase in operational profit for the year in April. The company attributed the uptick in sales to strong demand for its coffee, energy, and carbonated beverage products, which allowed it to maintain pricing increases despite rising expenses and currency devaluations in nations such as Nigeria and Egypt.
