U.S. Mission Welcomes Kimberly-Clark’s $100m Investment in Nigeria

Claire Pierangelo, the United States Consul General in Lagos, has welcomed Kimberly Clark’s $100 million state-of-the-art diaper manufacturing facility.

In a statement signed by Adejumobi Adegbite, Information Specialist, Public Affairs Section, Pierangelos stated that the facility has the potential to create over 1,000 direct and 5,000 indirect jobs over the next 3-5 years of operation.

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“As leading American brands expand their investment portfolio, providing job opportunities and supporting economic diversification objectives,” Pierangelo said, “the United States is proud to be one of the largest foreign investors in Nigeria.”

Pierangelo stated during the facility’s commissioning ceremony that Nigeria is a critical market for American companies, and that improving the investment climate would result in more milestones for both countries.

“The United States Mission to Nigeria continues to work with our Nigerian counterparts to promote an environment that is welcoming to American businesses.” We will achieve mutually beneficial outcomes through this model of cooperation, including increased investment, capacity for job creation, and partnerships, all while improving the lives of workers and consumers,” Pierangelo added.

The commissioning of the new facility, according to Pierangelo, demonstrates the United States’ commitment to deepening its trade and investment ties with Nigeria. She praised Kimberly-Clark for its investment in Nigeria, as well as the company’s contribution to improving Nigerians’ hygiene and health.

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Kimberly-Clark is an American company based in Texas that manufactures hygiene and medical products all over the world. Huggies® diapers and Kotex® sanitary pads were introduced to the Nigerian market in 2015, and Huggies® diapers were introduced in 2019.