About Us
For over three decades, BUA Group has been a cornerstone of Africa’s industrial and economic development, delivering high-quality products and services that transform lives and communities.
Core Values
Our values guide everything we do, from how we work to how we treat our people
Respect
Respect
We respect all our stakeholders’ values and differences, cultures, customs and backgrounds. We also recognize that everyone is important and has a role that matters. No individual is more important than anyone else, and no individual’s time is more valuable than the other.
Innovation
Innovation
We are continually innovating so as to provide top-notch services to our stakeholders across board.
Commitment
Commitment
We are dedicated to working together towards one common goal and ensuring our internal and external customers are valued, supported and empowered.
Excellence
Excellence
We do not rest on our accomplishments, but will rather build on them in our personal and professional journey to be the best we can be.
Our History
Building Africa’s Future with Innovation & Excellence
Founded in 1988 by Abdul Samad Rabiu, BUA Group began as a modest trading company and has since grown into one of Africa’s leading diversified conglomerates. With strategic investments in Foods, Infrastructure, and Real Estate, BUA Group has consistently pushed the boundaries of innovation, quality, and sustainability. Today, we operate state-of-the-art facilities, employ thousands of people, and contribute significantly to Africa’s economic growth
Our Commitment
Historical Milestones
Stay updated with the latest news, innovations, and milestones from BUA Group as we drive growth across key industries in Africa
Establishment of BUA International Limited
BUA Group established by Abdul Samad Rabiu
Acquisition of Nigeria Oil Mills Limited
Acquisition of Nigeria Oil Mills Ltd (NOM). NOM was the largest vegetable oil processing company in West Africa as at the time of acquisition
Incorporation of BUA Flour Mill, Lagos and Ports and Terminals
BUA Flour Mill Lagos was incorporated as a fully-owned subsidiary of BUA Group. Milling commenced in August of the same year.
BUA Ports & Terminals was Incorporated
BUA Ports & Terminals was Incorporated
Establishment of BUA Flour Mills Kano
BUA Flour Mills Kano started at Bompai Industrial Estate with a capacity of 500 metric tonnes per day – 100% wholly owned by BUA Group.
Laifiagi Sugar Company Acquired. BUA Cement Incorporated. BUA Pasta Plant Commissioned.
Golden Oil Limited is acquired by BUA Group and renamed BUA Oil Mills with a factory in Ikeja, Lagos.
BUA Sugar Refinery was commissioned with a 720,000 metric tonnes/annum refinery in Lagos. This makes BUA Sugar the second largest sugar refiner in West Africa as at 2008.
Previously State-owned Lafiagi Sugar Company (LASUCO) was acquired by BUA Group through a privatisation exercise.
BUA Cement was incorporated and commenced operations in the same year through its floating cement terminal, ‘BUA Cement 1’, designed specifically for bulk and bag cement unloading Contract to build the BUA Pasta Plant was signed and work commenced within the same year.
BUA Sugar Refinery was commissioned with a 720,000 metric tonnes/annum refinery in Lagos. This makes BUA Sugar the second largest sugar refiner in West Africa as at 2008.
Previously State-owned Lafiagi Sugar Company (LASUCO) was acquired by BUA Group through a privatisation exercise.
BUA Cement was incorporated and commenced operations in the same year through its floating cement terminal, ‘BUA Cement 1’, designed specifically for bulk and bag cement unloading Contract to build the BUA Pasta Plant was signed and work commenced within the same year.
Sokoto and Edo Cement Acquired. International Quality Award Received. WAWCMC Award Received. CICAN Award Received
Majority stake holding in Cement Company of Northern Nigeria (Sokoto Cement) and Edo Cement Company are acquired by BUA Group.
International Quality Award 2009 by Business Initiative Directions (BID).
West African World Class Multiservice Conglomerate Award by the Institute of Direct Marketing.
CICAN Crystal Award for Excellence by the Commerce and Industry Correspondence Association of Nigeria (CICAN).
International Quality Award 2009 by Business Initiative Directions (BID).
West African World Class Multiservice Conglomerate Award by the Institute of Direct Marketing.
CICAN Crystal Award for Excellence by the Commerce and Industry Correspondence Association of Nigeria (CICAN).
MANCAP Presented to BUA Sugar Refinery
Mandatory Assessment Certificate Programme, (MANCAP), presented to BUA Sugar Refinery by Standard Organization of Nigeria (SON).
BUA Pasta Commissioned. BUA Group/FLSmidth sign contract for new production line
BUA Pasta was commissioned and integrated with BUA Flour Mills. The factory produced semolina and included a water treatment plant with the capacity to supply the entire factory with purified water.
BUA Group/FLSmidth signed a contract for a 3million mtpa new production line to be sited at Obu, Edo State
BUA Group/FLSmidth signed a contract for a 3million mtpa new production line to be sited at Obu, Edo State
$1 billion BUA Obu Cement plant opens in July 2015 with a capacity of 3 million mtpa and construction of the BUA Kalambaina Cement plant in Sokoto
US$1 Billion BUA Obu Cement plant opens in July 2015 with a capacity of 3 million mtpa.
Construction of BUA Kalambaina Cement, Sokoto with 1.5million mtpa capacity commences.
Construction of BUA Kalambaina Cement, Sokoto with 1.5million mtpa capacity commences.
BUA divests its Flour & Pasta Milling assets in a multi million dollar deal Abdul Samad Rabiu wins Industrialist of the Year Award
BUA divests its Flour & Pasta Milling assets in multi-million-dollar deal with about US$300million .
Abdu Samad Rabiu named West African & African Industrialist of the Year by CNBC/All Africa Business Leaders Award
Abdu Samad Rabiu named West African & African Industrialist of the Year by CNBC/All Africa Business Leaders Award
Establishes BUA Rice Outgrowers Scheme for Farmers
Establishes the BUA Rice Outgrowers Scheme for farmers in Kano and Jigawa States, targeting over 100,000 farmers
Kalambaina Cement 1.5 Million mtpa sited within Sokoto Cement Plant is completed
1.5million mtpa BUA Kalambaina Cement plant, Sokoto completed and commissioned
Eastern Sugar Refinery in Port Harcourt, Rivers State is completed
BUA Kalambaina Cement & Cement Company of Northern Nigeria (CCNN) merged in US$1.1billion transaction.
Eastern Sugar Refinery in Port Harcourt, River State completed.
Abdul Samad Rabiu named amongst Forbes 13 Black Billionaires in the world.
Eastern Sugar Refinery in Port Harcourt, River State completed.
Abdul Samad Rabiu named amongst Forbes 13 Black Billionaires in the world.
BUA Cement is listed on the Nigeria Stock Exchange (now Nigeria Exchange Group)
BUA Cement is listed on the Nigeria Stock Exchange (now Nigeria Exchange Group)
BUA Consolidates its entire foods business into BUA Foods
BUA Group consolidated its Foods division into one entity – BUA Foods
Awards & Accolades
BUA Group has been recognized for its commitment to quality, innovation, and social impact reflecting our dedication to setting new standards in every sector we operate in
Our Commitment
Quality
Quality
Our future is built on continuous innovation, but our day- to-day operations wouldn’t be possible without the continuous improvement of product quality and reliability.
Integrity
Integrity
BUA Group’s core business philosophy is to conduct business with uncompromising integrity and professionalism
Environment & Safety
Environment & Safety
BUA Group is committed to maintaining environmental quality and protecting employee health, safety and security. We work vigorously to continuously improve in support of these commitments.
