Firm commits to Nigeria’s growth, seeks partnerships

BIC, a global leader in stationery, lighters, and shavers, has reaffirmed its long-term commitment to Nigeria’s economy, advancing investments across its local supply chain, expanding its distribution network, and strengthening partnerships that support business growth and job creation nationwide.

As a longstanding player in Nigeria, BIC continues to contribute to economic activity by enabling access to its products through an extensive distribution system and footprint that supports businesses across wholesale, logistics, and informal retail channels.

This commitment was brought to the fore at BIC’s 2026 Commercial and Distributor Conference, where the company engaged its network of partners on its growth agenda and the critical role of collaboration in expanding market reach and driving shared value.

Speaking at the conference, Anthony Amahwe, general manager of BIC Nigeria, said: “Nigeria remains a strategically important market for BIC, and our focus is on building a sustainable business that contributes meaningfully to the economy, and supports the community. Our growth is driven by strong local partnerships and an extensive distribution network that enables us to reach consumers across diverse communities.

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‘‘We will continue to invest in the systems, partnerships, and capabilities that support long-term growth, while contributing to job creation, strengthening local supply chains, and expanding opportunities across the markets in which we operate.” he added.

BIC’s distributor network currently supports thousands of retail touchpoints across Nigeria, enabling the company to reach consumers in both urban and underserved communities while generating economic activity across the value chain. By prioritising local partnerships and investing in operational capacity, BIC continues to support enterprise growth, strengthen supply chain efficiency and contribute to job creation across its ecosystem.

The company also recognised high-performing distributor partners for their role in expanding BIC’s footprint and deepening its presence across the country. As part of its broader capability-building efforts, BIC recently introduced a structured Sales Academy to support the development of its sales teams and partners, reinforcing its belief that sustained growth is driven by investment in people and performance.

With Africa continuing to present significant growth opportunities, BIC’s focus on Nigeria reflects its commitment to scaling responsibly, through strong local partnerships, expanded access, and continued investment in the systems that enable long-term success.