Raj Gupta Secures 500 Hectares to Build What Could Become Sub-Saharan Africa's Largest Solar-Powered Steel Plant in Nigeria
By Noko Maleka | InsightJoziNews.org Referenced from reporting by Business Insider Africa Indian billionaire Raj Gupta has secured 500 hectares of land in Nigeria for a groundbreaking industrial development that could redefine steel manufacturing across Africa. The ambitious project, combining one of the continent's largest steel production facilities with a dedicated solar power plant, is expected to become the largest solar-powered steel manufacturing operation in sub-Saharan Africa. The land was officially allocated by Niger State to Abuja Steel Mills Limited , a subsidiary of the African Industries Group (AIG) , marking one of Nigeria's most significant industrial investments in recent years. Beyond the steel plant, the development will also include a modern industrial park designed to attract manufacturing businesses and stimulate economic growth. At the heart of the project is a commitment to solving one of Africa's biggest industrial challenges—rel...