The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), on Monday, issued a circular granting foreign exchange waiver to five dairy companies to import milk into the country.
The companies which received forex waivers include FrieslandCampina WAMCO Nigeria; CHI Limited; TG Arla Dairy Products Limited; Promasidor Nigeria Limited; Nestle Nigeria PLC and Integrated Dairies Limited.
Leading dairy firm, Arla Dano celebrated World Milk Day on June 1 2019 with a call to Nigerians to increase their consumption of milk due to its immense benefits.
To mark the special day, Dano organised a farm-themed event tagged ‘On the farm with Dano’ at the Ndubuisi Kanu Park, Alausa, Ikeja, Lagos with over 2,000 guests in attendance, including celebrities.
Nollywood actress, dancer, model and philanthropist, Rachael Okonkwo popularly known as ‘Nkoli Nwa Nsukka’ has been signed on to Dano milk as brand ambassador.
The signing ceremony which held on the 17th of January, 2018 at the company’s office premises signifies the start of a vibrant collaboration between Dano milk and Rachael Okonkwo who brings vitality, style and grace to everything she does.
Dano Milk on Friday in Lagos entered into the Guinness book of World Records after successfully organising the longest drinks-pouring relay.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the event which involved 700 Nigerian youths pouring milk drink was organised to celebrate the 2018 World Milk Day in Nigeria.
Their successful effort broke the existing record for a similar feat carried out by 550 participants on Nov. 9, 2013 in Caracas, Venezuela, organised by the Coca-Cola Group.
The Federal Government said it has constituted a stakeholder’s committee to develop a policy framework to boost the dairy industry.
The Minister of State for Industry, Trade and investment Hajia Aisha Abubakar, said that the objective is to attract and achieve local participation in the dairy business; ensure local content development of dairy; encourage joint venture opportunities across strategic segments of the dairy industry and provide financial relief to boost local growth through the participation of women and youths in the sector.
TG Arla Nigeria, makers of Dano Milk has upped the stakes with the introduction of chocolate and strawberry flavoured milk powder variants into the Nigerian market.
According to the company, the newly introduced strawberry and chocolate milk powder were launched following intense consumer research that informed increasing desire for a convenient and exciting Milk product among families especially kids.
Leading dairy firm, TG Arla, makers of Dano milk has partnered with the Nutrition Society of Nigeria (NSN) to help fight malnutrition in the country.
Speaking at a press briefing in Lagos to announce 2017 ‘World Milk Day’ theme – ‘Raise a Glass’ and the role milk plays in curbing malnutrition in society, President, Nutrition Society of Nigeria (NSN), Dr. Bartholomew Brai lauded Dano milk for taking the bold initiative to partner with NSN and contribute to the well-being of Nigerians.
Arla Foods, the Danish dairy company and maker of Dano milk has officially made a commitment to investing in local dairy production in Nigeria and to sharing knowledge about agricultural practices and other aspects of dairy production that will improve the local raw milk production and quality. The company wants to contribute to a sustainable dairy sector development and growth in Nigeria.
Tolaram Group, the Singapore based business conglomerate behind several household brands in Nigeria, like Indomie, Minimie, Power Oil, Power Pasta and Hypo Bleach, has signed a partnership agreement with Arla Foods of Denmark, one of the world’s largest Dairy Company, and the owner of Dano brand of dairy products – another brand known for its quality in Nigeria.
