As Nigeria’s primary commercial and industrial center, Lagos state contributes substantially to Nigeria’s economy and hosts the most manufacturing companies in Nigeria. Lagos has the coast, busy seaports, a network of roads, and the free trade zone in Lekki which gives the state additional manufacturing appeal.
Leading corporations from different industries have set up offices in Lagos. Nestle, Guinness and Fidson Healthcare Plc and MeCure Industries have set up manufacturing plants in Lagos and are part of the numerous companies that have invested in the state.
This guide is a comprehensive list providing the manufacturing companies operating in Lagos, as of 2026, are presented by industry sector and location.
Overview of Lagos State
| Feature | Details |
| Nickname | Centre of Excellence |
| Capital | Ikeja |
| Number of Manufacturing Firms | Over 978+ active manufacturing and production companies |
| Major Industrial Clusters | Ikeja, Apapa, Amuwo-Odofin, Ilupeju, Mushin, Lekki Free Trade Zone |
| Key Industries | FMCG, Pharmaceuticals, Plastics, Textiles, Electronics, Automotive, Building Materials |
| Governor (2026) | Babajide Sanwo-Olu |
| Strategic Advantage | Access to seaports, largest consumer market, Lagos Free Trade Zone, international airport |
Lagos State’s Major Industrial Districts.
The following list provides more details for the manufacturing companies in these districts.
Ikeja Industrial District
This district has numerous manufacturing companies in plastics, electronics, food processing and consumer goods. Onward Paper Mill Ltd is a major manufacturer in Ikeja.
Apapa Industrial District
Apapa is Lagos’ main industrial hub with more than 56 manufacturing companies. This district boasts the Coscharis Group Nigeria Limited, Absaf Group of Companies and Greif Nigeria Plc. Its proximity to the Apapa port makes it a good location for manufacturing with high import needs.
Amuwo-Odofin Industrial District
This district has 19 manufacturing companies, including Adig Plastics Ltd, Rohi Plastics Industries, and Delobs Group of Companies.
Lagos Free Trade Zone (Lekki)
The Lagos Free Trade Zone is Nigeria’s largest and most important industrial free trade zone. A tripartite deal between China-Africa Lekki Investment Limited, the Lagos State Government, and Lekki Worldwide Investment Limited saw the industrial complex open in 2006.
The 30-square-kilometre Lekki Free Zone hosts numerous enterprises including the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, which will produce 650,000 barrels per day once completed, as well as electronics manufacturers, vehicle assembly plants, and pharmaceutical companies.
Mushin / Matori Industrial Estate
Matori Industrial Estate in Mushin is home to several paper and packaging manufacturers, including Richmond Paper & Packaging Limited.
List of Manufacturing Companies in Lagos State by Sector
Food & Beverage Manufacturing
| Company Name | Location | Sector |
| Nestlé Central & West Africa | Lagos | Food & Beverage |
| Guinness Nigeria | Lagos | Beverages |
| Johnvents Group | Lagos | Food & Beverage |
| CHI Limited (Chivita|Hollandia) | Lagos | Food & Beverage |
| McNichols PLC | Lagos | Food & Beverage |
| Bogo Beverages Limited | Ikorodu, Lagos | Beverages |
| Unilever Nigeria | Lagos | FMCG |
| Procter & Gamble | Lagos | FMCG |
| The Coca-Cola Company | Lagos | Beverages |
| Diageo | Lagos | Beverages |
Notable Development: In July 2026, Bogo Beverages commissioned a ₦20 billion (US$13 million) manufacturing facility in Ikorodu, Lagos, with an 80,000-capacity production line. The company produces carbonated soft drinks, juices, spirits, bitters, and bottled water.
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
| Company Name | Location | Sector |
| Fidson Healthcare Plc | 268 Ikorodu Road, Shomolu, Lagos | Pharmaceuticals |
| MeCure Industries Plc | Oshodi, Lagos | Pharmaceuticals |
| Neimeth International Pharmaceuticals Plc | Lagos | Pharmaceuticals |
| Orange Drugs | Lagos | Pharmaceuticals |
| Aobo Kedi Nigeria Pharmaceutical FZE | Lagos Free Trade Zone | Pharmaceutical |
Notable Development: MeCure Industries Plc, a Lagos-based pharmaceutical company, closed the first half of 2026 with improved earnings and market penetration. The company manufactures multivitamins, antibiotics, antimalarials, antihypertensives, antidiabetics, analgesics, and proton pump inhibitors.
Fidson Healthcare Plc, incorporated in 1995 and headquartered in Lagos, remains one of Nigeria’s leading pharmaceutical manufacturers.
Plastics & Packaging Manufacturing
| Company Name | Location | Sector |
| Angela Plastic Industries Ltd | Apapa, Lagos | Plastics |
| Diamond Plastics Ltd | Apapa, Lagos | Plastics |
| Emson Plastics Ltd | Apapa, Lagos | Plastics |
| Adig Plastics Ltd | Amuwo-Odofin, Lagos | Plastics |
| Rohi Plastics Industries | Amuwo-Odofin, Lagos | Plastics |
| BG Plastic | Amuwo-Odofin, Lagos | Plastics |
| Papilon Plastics Company | Lagos (Headquartered in Sango-Otta with Lagos depot) | Plastics |
| Prima Corporation Limited | Lagos | Preforms & Caps |
| Quantum Plastic | Oregun, Lagos | Plastic Films & Bags |
| Rida National Plastics Ltd | Ilupeju, Lagos | Plastics |
| Octopi Recycling | Lagos | Recycled Plastics |
Notable Development: Papilon, founded in 1978, is one of the oldest and most respected plastic manufacturing companies in Nigeria. The company specialises in PET packaging, thinwall packaging, thermoforming, and injection blow moulding.
Textile & Garment Manufacturing
| Company Name | Location | Sector |
| Gatimo Apparel Manufacturing | 7 Isaac John Street, Ikeja, Lagos | Garment Manufacturing |
| Lekki Garment Factory | Lekki-Agungi, Lagos | Clothing Manufacturing |
| DunsinCrafts | Lagos | Textile & Bags |
| One Stop Celebration (OSC) | Lagos | Garment Manufacturing |
| Dee’s Yarn Concept | Ikorodu, Lagos | Knitted Garments |
| AdireTribe | Lagos | Textile (Tie & Dye) |
| Crown Nature Nigeria PLC (CNNPLC) FZE | Lagos Free Trade Zone | Clothing |
Notable Development: Gatimo Apparel Manufacturing, based in Ikeja, has over 25 years of industry experience and specialises in contract manufacturing of casual, corporate, industrial, professional, and fashion apparel.
Electronics & Electrical Manufacturing
| Company Name | Location | Sector |
| Samsung Electronics | Lagos | Electronics |
| Panasonic | Lagos | Electronics |
| Fouani Nigeria | Lagos | Electronics Assembly & Distribution |
| Omatek Ventures PLC (Omatek Computers) | Lagos | Computers & Electronics |
| Eunisell Interlinked Plc | Lagos | Electrical Cables |
| Taewoo Limited | Lagos | Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing |
| Crystalhills | Omole Phase 2, Lagos | Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing |
| Photizzo | Lagos | Energy Storage & Solar |
Notable Development: Omatek Computers Limited is the first factory in Nigeria to locally assemble computer cases, speakers, keyboards, and mice, in addition to computer systems and notebooks.
Building Materials & Construction
| Company Name | Location | Sector |
| Lafarge Africa | Lagos | Cement |
| Sun King | Lagos | Building Materials |
| Dalal Steel Industries | Lagos | Steel |
| Vitafoam Nigeria | Ikeja, Lagos | Foam Manufacturing |
Automotive Assembly & Vehicle Manufacturing
| Company Name | Location | Sector |
| Stallion Group (NAMCO) | Lagos | Automotive Assembly |
| Volkswagen of Nigeria (VWoN) | Ojo, Lagos | Vehicle Assembly |
| Launch Design & Hybrid Motors | Lekki-Epe axis, Lagos | Electric Vehicles |
| Asia-Africa International FZE | Lagos Free Trade Zone | Vehicle Assembly |
| Dangote Sinotruk | Lagos | Commercial Vehicles |
Launch Design and Hybrid Motors Nigeria signed a contract to set up EV manufacturing facilities in Lagos and Abuja in May 2026. EV manufacturing will have a production and assembly plant in Lagos located in the Lekki-Epe area.
It can produce and assemble up to 50,000 EVs in a year. The plant is strategically located next to the Lekki Deep Sea Port to assist the export of vehicles to neighboring countries like Ghana, Benin, Togo, and Côte d’Ivoire.
Stallion Group via its Nigeria Automotive Manufacturing Company (NAMCO) in Lagos, does complete knock-down (CKD) assembly of Hyundai, Honda, Kia, Nissan, Changan, and legacy Volkswagen.
Paper & Packaging Manufacturing
| Company Name | Location | Sector |
| Richmond Paper & Packaging Limited | Matori Industrial Estate, Mushin, Lagos | Paper & Packaging |
| Onward Paper Mill Ltd | Alausa, Ikeja, Lagos | Paper |
| Thomas, Wyatt Plc (Apex Mill) | Iganmu, Lagos | Paper |
| Avon Crowncaps & Containers Plc | Lagos | Packaging |
Conglomerates & Other Manufacturers
| Company Name | Location | Sector |
| Dangote Group | Lagos | Conglomerate |
| Coscharis Group Nigeria Limited | Apapa, Lagos | Conglomerate |
| Absaf Group of Companies | Apapa, Lagos | Conglomerate |
| Christlieb Plc | Apapa, Lagos | Conglomerate |
| Daddo Group of Companies | Apapa, Lagos | Conglomerate |
| Five Anchor Group Nigeria | Apapa, Lagos | Conglomerate |
| Delobs Group of Companies | Amuwo-Odofin, Lagos | Conglomerate |
| Greif Nigeria Plc | Apapa, Lagos | Industrial Packaging |
| Henkel | Lagos | Chemicals |
| Reckitt | Lagos | Consumer Goods |
| Siemens | Lagos | Electronics |
Manufacturing Association of Nigeria (MAN) – Lagos Branches
The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) is based in Lagos and has branches located at the industrial zones of Ikeja and Apapa. The association has ten branches that are incorporated in different sectors.
The association advocates for manufacturers’ interests to improve the business environment and endorse the manufacturing policy of the government in the state.
Recent Manufacturing Developments in Lagos State (2026)
Lagos investments and developments for 2026 are significant for manufacturing:
1. Bogo Beverages N20 Billion Factory
Bogo Beverages commissioned a N20 billion manufacturing facility with an 80,000 production capacity situated in Ikorodu, Lagos in July 2026.
2. Electric Vehicles Manufacturing Factories
Launch Design and Hybrid Motors Nigeria plans to set up electric vehicles manufacturing plants on the Lekki-Epe corridor of Lagos and Abuja with a combined annual production capacity of 70,000 units. The Lagos facility will have an annual production capacity of 50,000 units.
3. Dangote Petroleum Refinery
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery in the Lagos Free Trade Zone with a production capacity of 650,000 barrels per day is one of the most substantial industrial projects ever undertaken in Nigeria.
4. Growth of MeCure Industries
MeCure Industries Plc showed improved earnings and market penetration in the first half of 2026, proving that the pharmaceutical sector in Lagos is strong.
Current Challenges for Manufacturers in Lagos
Despite great success in manufacturing, producers in Lagos face serious issues:
Infrastructure
Manufacturing in Lagos suffers from insufficient infrastructure, especially in industrial areas such as Apapa, and parts of Ikeja. The Apapa Branch of MAN (Manufacturers Association of Nigeria) has begged the Lagos State Government many times to solve the problems with logistics and services in the area.
High Production Costs
Most producers in Lagos State have to pay high costs for electricity and diesel.
Logistics and Transportation
The congestion of the Apapa seaport and the poor state of roads also impact negatively on logistics and on the operations.
Onerous Regulations
Then manufacturers face issues with numerous taxes and regulations.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How many manufacturing companies are in Lagos State?
Lagos State hosts over 978 active manufacturing and production companies, making it Nigeria’s largest industrial hub.
2. What are the major industrial clusters in Lagos State?
The major industrial clusters in Lagos include Ikeja, Apapa, Amuwo-Odofin, Mushin/Matori, and the Lagos Free Trade Zone in Lekki.
3. Which manufacturing companies operate in Apapa, Lagos?
Companies in Apapa include Coscharis Group Nigeria Limited, Absaf Group of Companies, Greif Nigeria Plc, Christlieb Plc, Daddo Group of Companies, Angela Plastic Industries Ltd, Diamond Plastics Ltd, and Emson Plastics Ltd.
4. What pharmaceutical companies are in Lagos State?
Pharmaceutical manufacturers in Lagos include Fidson Healthcare Plc, MeCure Industries Plc, Neimeth International Pharmaceuticals Plc, and Orange Drugs.
5. What is the Lagos Free Trade Zone?
The Lagos Free Trade Zone (LFTZ) is Nigeria’s largest industrial free trade zone, located in Lekki. It hosts numerous enterprises including the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, electronics manufacturers, vehicle assembly plants, and pharmaceutical companies.
Conclusion
Lagos Holds Its Position as Nigeria’s Industrial and Commercial Capital
Lagos State has strengthened its position as Nigeria’s industrial and commercial capital. Over nine hundred and seventy-eight active manufacturing companies dominate the food and beverage, pharmaceutical, plastics, textiles, electronics, automobiles, and building materials sectors in Lagos. Lagos enjoys several billions of naira in investments.
With the commissioning of manufacturing facilities in 2026 such as the 20 billion naira Bogo Beverages Plant in Ikorodu and the anticipated construction of electric vehicles along the Lekki-Epe corridor, the Lagos State government is demonstrating its appeal to local and foreign investors. The existence of the Lagos Free Trade Zone and the imminent Dangote Petroleum Refinery on the Illobu-Ore Road shows Lagos’ importance to Nigeria’s future industries.
Challenges like poor infrastructure and high business costs will still be a problem, but with the Lagos State government’s determination to better the environment for doing business and the persistent efforts of the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), the days of stagnation from a lack of manufacturing in Lagos are over.
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