Ajaokuta Economic City (Kogi-Hunan Free Trade Zone)

Ajaokuta Economic City (Kogi-Hunan Free Trade Zone) is a Free Zone located in Ajaokuta, Kogi State, Nigeria, established in 2025, with Ministry of Trade, Industry and Investment (Nigeria) / National SEZ Authority listed as its governing authority.

Key Facts

TypeFree Zone
LocationAjaokuta, Kogi State, Nigeria
Year Established2025
Area4000 ha hectares
Governing AuthorityMinistry of Trade, Industry and Investment (Nigeria) / National SEZ Authority
Statusplanned

Recorded Benefits and Incentives

Corporate tax holiday, duty-free import of capital goods, streamlined customs procedures, 100% repatriation of profits, no import or export licenses required

Verify eligibility and current terms with the zone authority.

Recorded Sector Focus

Ajaokuta Economic City (Kogi-Hunan Free Trade Zone) is listed with a sector focus including Bonded Logistics And Warehousing, Petrochemicals And Refining, and Agro Processing And Food Beverage.

About Ajaokuta Economic City (Kogi-Hunan Free Trade Zone)

Formally unveiled 9 Dec 2025 by Kogi State with Chinese partners (NIPC, ThisDay, The Nation); FDI target USD 2-5bn over 7 years. Unveiled/planned stage; NEPZA licence status not confirmed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of zone is Ajaokuta Economic City (Kogi-Hunan Free Trade Zone)?

Ajaokuta Economic City (Kogi-Hunan Free Trade Zone) is a Free Zone.

Where is Ajaokuta Economic City (Kogi-Hunan Free Trade Zone) located?

Ajaokuta Economic City (Kogi-Hunan Free Trade Zone) is located in Ajaokuta, Kogi State, Nigeria.

When was Ajaokuta Economic City (Kogi-Hunan Free Trade Zone) established?

Ajaokuta Economic City (Kogi-Hunan Free Trade Zone) was established in 2025.

Which governing authority is listed for Ajaokuta Economic City (Kogi-Hunan Free Trade Zone)?

SEZ Explorer records Ministry of Trade, Industry and Investment (Nigeria) / National SEZ Authority as the governing authority for Ajaokuta Economic City (Kogi-Hunan Free Trade Zone). Confirm its current jurisdiction and remit with the authority.

Which sectors are listed for Ajaokuta Economic City (Kogi-Hunan Free Trade Zone)?

Ajaokuta Economic City (Kogi-Hunan Free Trade Zone) is listed with a sector focus including Bonded Logistics And Warehousing, Petrochemicals And Refining, and Agro Processing And Food Beverage.

Which benefits and incentives are recorded for Ajaokuta Economic City (Kogi-Hunan Free Trade Zone)?

SEZ Explorer's current record lists: Corporate tax holiday, duty-free import of capital goods, streamlined customs procedures, 100% repatriation of profits, no import or export licenses required Verify eligibility and current terms with the zone authority.

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