Sujimoto expands into food processing sector

Sujimoto Group, one of Nigeria’s leading luxury real estate and construction companies, has announced its entry into the agro-industrial sector with the launch of Sujimoto Foods, a multi-million-dollar food manufacturing venture aimed at strengthening food security, promoting local production, and supporting economic growth.

As part of the initiative, the company has entered into a strategic partnership with Cotco Food Machinery OEM, one of China’s leading food machinery manufacturers, to establish a state-of-the-art food processing system with the capacity to handle up to one million tonnes within its food value chain annually.

The announcement was made in Lagos and marks a significant diversification milestone for the company, which has built a strong reputation for delivering premium real estate developments across Nigeria.

It is encouraging to see a new generation of entrepreneurs boldly stepping into industries that have traditionally been dominated by established giants.

Rather than waiting for an invitation to participate, Sujimoto is bringing its own chair to the table, demonstrating the ambition, courage, and confidence needed to compete in critical sectors of the economy.

According to Sujimoto Group, the new venture is designed to contribute to meeting the food needs of Nigeria’s rapidly growing population of over 240 million people and address the country’s increasing demand for food products.

Speaking on the development, the Group Managing Director of Sujimoto Group, Dr. Sijibomi Ogundele, said the company intends to replicate in the food manufacturing sector the same commitment to quality, excellence, and innovation that has distinguished its real estate projects.

“Just as we have distinguished ourselves in the real estate sector through an unwavering commitment to quality and excellence, we intend to apply the same principles in food manufacturing,” he said.

Dr. Ogundele explained that Sujimoto Foods will focus on building a comprehensive food manufacturing ecosystem capable of significantly enhancing food production, processing, and distribution across the country.

“Sujimoto Foods is embarking on the establishment of a state-of-the-art food manufacturing operation with a capacity of approximately one million tonnes annually across the food value chain. Our goal is simple: to deliver high-quality food products to millions of Nigerians while contributing meaningfully to national food security, industrial growth, and economic development.

“We believe that the same dedication, professionalism, and attention to detail that have made us successful in real estate will position us as a major force in Nigeria’s food industry,” he stated.

The company noted that the initiative is expected to strengthen food supply chains, improve access to quality food products, stimulate industrial expansion, and create employment opportunities across various segments of the economy.

Despite its expansion into agro-processing, Sujimoto reaffirmed that premium real estate remains a core pillar of its business strategy. The company stated that the diversification comes on the heels of the successful completion of Lucrezia by Sujimoto, regarded as one of Nigeria’s most prestigious luxury residential developments.

It also reaffirmed its commitment to ongoing projects, particularly LeonardBySujimoto, the proposed 60-storey luxury tower expected to redefine high-end residential living and architectural excellence in Africa.

According to the company, the landmark development reflects its continued commitment to innovation, world-class infrastructure delivery, and the pursuit of transformative projects across sectors.

Sujimoto Group further expressed appreciation to its clients, investors, and business partners for their unwavering support over the years, noting that their confidence has been instrumental in driving the company’s growth and ambitious expansion plans.

“The continued support and confidence of our clients and partners remain the primary fuel accelerating the company’s visionary expansion in both real estate and food manufacturing,” the company stated.

Industry observers say the move reflects growing private sector participation in Nigeria’s agro-processing industry, a sector increasingly recognized as critical to enhancing food security, reducing dependence on imports, creating jobs, and driving sustainable economic development.