DP World and TGI Group partner to expand Nigeria logistics
DP World and TGI Group have partnered to broaden integrated supply chain services in Nigeria, with TGI set to take a minority stake in DP World Logistics Limited.
The story in focus
DP World and Nigeria-based TGI Group announced a partnership to strengthen logistics capabilities in Nigeria and build a platform for West African expansion. Under the deal, subject to regulatory approval, TGI will become a shareholder in DP World Logistics Limited, with DP World remaining majority shareholder.
- DP World Logistics Limited will maintain existing services and customer commitments without interruption while adding capabilities.
- The business will keep providing road freight and contract logistics in Nigeria and explore fourth-party logistics offerings.
- TGI will become a shareholder in DP World's Nigerian logistics business, subject to requisite regulatory approval.
Partnership scope
The collaboration combines DP World's global logistics and supply chain expertise with TGI Group's market presence, distribution network and operational experience, according to the announcement dated 1 October 2026 in Lagos. The companies said the combined business would be able to deliver a broader range of integrated supply chain solutions, initially focused on Nigeria, with a platform for expansion across West Africa.
Services and ownership
Through DP World Logistics Limited, the business will continue providing services across Nigeria, including road freight and contract logistics, while enhancing these capabilities and exploring new offerings such as fourth-party logistics. DP World will also provide logistics and operational support services to TGI Group aimed at improving supply chain efficiency.
DP World said its Nigerian entity will continue serving customers and partners without interruption, maintaining existing services, operations and customer commitments. Chief executive Mohammed Akoojee said TGI would become a shareholder in the Nigerian logistics business, subject to requisite regulatory approval, with DP World remaining the majority shareholder.
Trade growth rationale
TGI vice chairman Farouk Gumel said the partnership reflects a shared ambition to reshape trade and logistics in Africa, citing DP World's global expertise and TGI's market knowledge and distribution network. DP World described Nigeria as one of Africa's most important economies and a critical market for the future of trade on the continent.
What stake will TGI Group hold in DP World's Nigerian logistics business?
TGI will become a shareholder in DP World Logistics Limited, subject to requisite regulatory approval, while DP World remains the majority shareholder. The announcement did not specify TGI's percentage stake.
Sources & further reading
Help keep the record accurate. Send a correction.
