Borno State Governor, Prof. Babagana Zulum, on Thursday unveiled the Borno Plastic Factory, announcing the commencement of both nationwide distribution and exportation of its plastic products to neighbouring countries.
Zulum made the announcement during an inspection tour of the facility located in the new Maiduguri Industrial Area, describing it as part of his administration’s strategy to industrialise the state and reduce dependence on federal allocations.
“I am happy to note that people from Borno State will no longer procure plastic materials from other places,” the governor said.
He disclosed that the factory had already received and executed international orders, with finished plastic wares shipped to Chad and Cameroon, while sales were ongoing to several states across Nigeria.
“You have seen that the products have been sold to our neighbouring countries and other states within Nigeria. We will invest more in our industries so that, in the near future, Borno State Government will no longer rely on the Federation Account for its day-to-day activities,” Zulum added.
The governor explained that although the factory was originally constructed under the administration of former Governor Kashim Shettima, it had been revived and expanded as part of his government’s recovery and development plan.
To ensure sustainability and profitability, Zulum said the state adopted a Public-Private Partnership model, placing management under Tatabe Global Services, which now oversees daily operations, production, and marketing, while the state provides oversight and an enabling business environment.
According to him, the factory, now operating at full capacity, produces a wide range of household and industrial plastic items, including chairs, tables, basins, and other wares. It has also created hundreds of direct jobs for Borno indigenes, providing a vital source of livelihood.
“The factory has become a model for industrial revival and youth empowerment in our state,” the governor noted.
Zulum was accompanied on the tour by the Speaker of the Borno State House of Assembly, Abdulkarim Lawan, principal officers of the House, and other senior government officials.
