Under the agreement, UFT will provide the technology license, a comprehensive process design package (PDP), and the supply of proprietary equipment, including advanced granulators and scrubbers designed for high efficiency and low emissions.
Each of the new units will have a nameplate capacity of 4,235 metric tons per day, which will collectively raise DFL’s total urea granule production capacity from about 2.65 million tons to over 8 million tons per year. The facilities will be located adjacent to Dangote’s existing fertilizer plants in Lekki, which have operated with UFT technology since 2021 and currently produce 3,850 metric tons per day each.
The new complexes will also feature UFT’s energy-efficient scrubbing system, engineered to minimize pressure drop while effectively controlling dust and ammonia emissions, ensuring compliance with international environmental standards. Furthermore, the plants will integrate Ammonia Convert Technology (ACT) — a system that incorporates ammonium sulfate byproducts into urea granules, thereby eliminating waste streams and enhancing both logistical and commercial efficiency.
Recognized as one of the world’s most advanced solutions for producing urea granules, thyssenkrupp Uhde’s UFT® Fluid Bed Granulation Technology accounts for more than 70 per cent of global urea granule production. The technology is known for its high performance, low environmental footprint, and contribution to global food security through sustainable fertilizer production.
Speaking on the partnership, Nadja Haakansson, Chief Executive Officer of thyssenkrupp Uhde, said the collaboration reflects a shared vision for sustainable industrial development and global food security.
“By deploying our proven UFT fluid bed granulation technology, we are setting new standards in efficiency and environmental stewardship in fertilizer production,” Haakansson said. “We are proud to support DFL in building resilient and future-ready value chains.”
In his remarks, Aliko Dangote, President of the Dangote Group, emphasized that the new project reinforces the company’s commitment to agricultural self-sufficiency and industrial growth across Africa.
“With UFT® technology, we are ensuring the production of high-quality urea fertilizer that meets global standards while reducing environmental impact,” Dangote said. “This investment further positions Nigeria as a leading fertilizer producer.”
Industry observers say the development could solidify Nigeria’s position as the largest urea producer in Africa, while supporting regional food production and reducing import dependency across the continent.