Abdul Samad Rabiu: BUA Foods’ Expansion Drive Fuelled By Need to Support Nigeria’s Long-term Growth Agenda

• Declares stronger indigenous manufacturers vital for competitive economy

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James Emejo in Abuja

Chairman of BUA Foods Plc, Alhaji Abdul Samad Rabiu, yesterday said the company’s aggressive expansion drive was aimed at supporting the country’s long-term economic growth.

He said the company’s responsibility transcends generating returns for shareholders to building a stronger indigenous industrial base capable of competing globally.