Olam Agri’s opens $50m soybean crushing plant

From, LagosOlam Agri has begun operations in its $50m soybean crushing plant and feed mill complex in Ilorin with the launch of its Mama’s Pride Soya Oil. The well-refined, heart-healthy cooking oil was designed to meet the evolving nutritional needs of Nigerian households. Speaking at the event, the company’s Africa Head of Edible Oil Processing, […]

From, LagosOlam Agri has begun operations in its $50m soybean crushing plant and feed mill complex in Ilorin with the launch of its Mama’s Pride Soya Oil.
The well-refined, heart-healthy cooking oil was designed to meet the evolving nutritional needs of Nigerian households.
Speaking at the event, the company’s Africa Head of Edible Oil Processing, Saurabh Kumar, described the product as a developed innovation tailored for Nigerian kitchens and homes.
“Mama’s Pride Soya Oil is proudly produced in Nigeria for Nigerians. It is thoughtfully developed as a product consumers can trust for their everyday cooking. With its superior quality, health benefits, and long-lasting performance, we are confident it will redefine standards and emerge as a market leader,” he said.
He highlighted the company’s longstanding commitment to the country and the nutritional values it offers.
“This product reflects our continuous investment in Nigeria and belief in its potential. It builds on our impressive achievements across rice, wheat milling, animal feed, and sesame segments.
“From sourcing soybeans locally to processing them into high-quality oil, our new edible oil product is built on excellence, sustainability, and trust,” he said.

 

 

The company’s Head of Marketing, Bola Adeniji, emphasised the importance of promoting authentic and healthy edible oil options in Nigeria.

 

“We encourage consumers to choose healthy, non-adulterated edible oils. Mama’s Pride Soya Oil offers not just quality, but safety and nutrition. We call on our trade partners and dealers to champion authentic brands and help eliminate adulterated products from the market for the overall health of Nigerians,” he said.

 

He outlined the product’s key features, including fortification with Vitamin A and Omega 3 and 6, zero cholesterol content, and long-lasting frying performance, ensuring value for money for consumers.