About the
National Sugar Development Council

The National Sugar Development Council (NSDC) was established by an Act of the National Assembly, Act Cap. No. 78 LFN of 2004, amended in 2015, with the mandate to develop and manage the sugar industry towards attaining sugar self-sufficiency.

Our Vision

To make Nigeria a notable player in the global sugar trade through policies and strategies that will transform the local sugar industry into viable and efficient world-class industry.

Our Mission

To accelerate the development and growth of the local sugar industry to achieve national self-sufficiency.

Our mandates include:

Project Development Support

Investment promotion
Land banking and land acquisition support
Input facilitation
Financing support

Policy Development & Implementation

Sector policy and strategy development
Sector performance management
Market stability
Advising on tariffs and trade quotas

Regulation & Incentive Administration

Licensing and approval of new sugar estates and refineries
Information and market data management
Reward and sanction implementation

Research & Development

Agronomy & sugar technology research
Training and capacity development
Seedlings & seed cane production
Extension services

Our Core Values

The National Sugar Development Council is guided by a set of core values that define our approach to developing Nigeria’s sugar industry and serving our stakeholders.

Integrity

Integrity is embodied in our commitment to transparency in all operations and decision-making processes. This includes ensuring that projects and initiatives are executed with honesty and without any form of corruption or mismanagement.

Respect

In the NSDC, respect is shown through fostering an inclusive environment, where diverse perspectives are welcomed, and every voice is heard. Whether interacting with staff, farmers, workers, or external stakeholders, respect ensures smooth collaboration and mutual trust.

Reliability

In the NSDC, reliability is key in ensuring that all stakeholders can count on the Council for support, whether in terms of delivering infrastructure, providing resources, or maintaining consistent quality control in sugar production.

Excellence

We are committed to innovation and continuous development, encouraging employees and stakeholders to go beyond the status quo and aim for the best.

Discipline

The NSDC promotes discipline by establishing clear policies and guidelines for all operations, ensuring that everyone involved in the sugar industry follows the necessary procedures to maintain efficiency and effectiveness.

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