{
  "id": 7581706,
  "title": "Nigerian Bottling Company commemorates 75 years of growth, reaffirms long-term commitment to the country",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/15/nigerian-bottling-company-commemorates-75-years-of-growth-reaffirms",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-09-15T15:42:13.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
    "slug": "daily-post-nigeria",
    "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/15/nigerian-bottling-company-commemorates-75-years-of-growth-reaffirms-long-term-commitment-to-the-country/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Nigerian Bottling Company (NBC) celebrated its 75th anniversary in Nigeria with a grand event at Abuja's Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu was honored by His Excellency, Senator George Akume, who praised the Coca-Cola system's ongoing investment in the nation. NBC's Chairman, Anastassis G. David, recalled the company's 1951 origins in Lagos, emphasizing the potential for further investment, talent development, and community impact. NBC currently operates eight plants, eleven depots, and 52 commercial territories, contributing significantly to Nigeria's economic activity through manufacturing, logistics, and retail sectors. A recent study revealed that the Coca-Cola system contributed nearly $1 billion in value-added economic activity in 2024, supporting over 160,000 jobs. Coca-Cola HBC's CEO, Zoran Bogdanovic, reaffirmed the Group's commitment to Nigeria, aiming to build on NBC's legacy and drive long-term growth. Additionally, Coca-Cola HBC's Foundation pledged $1.25 million to support young entrepreneurs in Nigeria's hospitality and food service sector.",
  "summary": "Nigerian Bottling Company (NBC) Ltd, a leading consumer packaged goods company and member of the Coca-Cola HBC Group, today marked its 75th anniversary in Nigeria with a gala event held at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre, Abuja. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the special guest of honour, was represented by His Excellency, Senator (Dr) George Akume, […] Nigerian Bottling…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}