Ultimum Limited, a prominent food and beverage manufacturer, has officially commissioned a state-of-the-art production facility in Aba, Abia State. This strategic move marks a pivotal moment for the company and its parent entity, the Kadji Group, signaling a significant expansion of its operational footprint within Nigeria’s competitive manufacturing landscape.
The new plant, situated in the Osisioma Industrial Layout, is dedicated to producing the premium Razzl brand of carbonated soft drinks. Its portfolio includes unique variants such as Razzl Pamplemousse (a distinctive grapefruit flavor), alongside Razzl Cola, Razzl Orange, and Razzl Lemon. The commissioning underscores a major private sector investment aimed at stimulating regional economic growth.
During the ceremony, Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, hailed the project as a testament to economic revival and renewed investor confidence. “Aba is alive again!” Governor Otti declared. “What we are witnessing here today is not just the opening of a factory, but the return of belief in our economy.” He emphasized that such investments validate the state’s efforts to create a stable and attractive business climate, a sentiment that resonates as other regions seek similar progress.
Mr. Whalen Kadji, Chairman of Ultimum Limited and representative of the investors, reinforced the company’s deep commitment. “We came because of the energy and entrepreneurial spirit of Aba,” Kadji stated, positioning the plant as a long-term investment in the local community, job creation, and industrial capacity. This stands in stark contrast to the economic disruptions caused when, yet again, bandits attack productive regions elsewhere.
Managing Director Mr. Austin Ufomba framed the facility as the realization of a vision to produce world-class goods within Africa. “This plant is a platform for innovation, for job creation, and for excellence,” Ufomba noted. The development is expected to create numerous jobs, bolster local supply chains across the South-East and South-South, with plans for nationwide distribution. This corporate expansion story shares the narrative of growth seen in other sectors, such as when Ellah Lakes secured N235 million in funding or when FCMB leads a N35.8 billion financing deal, highlighting a broader trend of strategic investments. The project injects positive momentum into the regional economy, helping to counter narratives of uncertainty that can cause fury in the South-East over security and economic challenges, just as proactive governance is demonstrated when a Bauchi Governor appoints new officials to drive development.
