Intafact Beverages Limited is a brewing company based in
Onitsha
Onitsha ( or just ''Ọ̀nị̀chà'') is a city located on the eastern bank of the Niger River, in Anambra State, Nigeria. A metropolitan city, Onitsha is known for its river port and as an economic hub for commerce, industry, and education. ...
, Anambra State, Nigeria. Since 15 December 2017, it is a subsidiary of
International Breweries Plc.
SABMiller
SABMiller plc was a South African multinational brewing and beverage company headquartered in Woking, England on the outskirts of London until 10 October 2016 when it was acquired by Anheuser-Busch InBev. Prior to that date, it was the world's ...
made an initial investment of over US$100m in the Onitsha brewery which was commissioned on 30 August 2012. In 2014 a decision was made to invest US$110 million to increase the current annual capacity from 700 000 to 2.1 million hectolitres.
Brands
The brewery produces for brands including Hero Lager, Budweiser, Castle Milk Stout (6%ABV), Grand Malt (non-alcoholic) and Beta Malt (non-alcoholic).
Ownership controversy 2013
A controversy arose in August 2013 about the issue of shares to Next International a company owned by the Anambra state governor
Peter Obi
Peter Gregory Obi (born 19 July 1961) is a Nigerian businessman and politician who served as governor of Anambra from March to November 2006, February to May 2007, and from June 2007 to March 2014. In May 2022, he became the Labour Party can ...
.
It is also reported that he invested 2 billion Naira of the state money for a 10% stake in the brewery.
See also
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List of beer and breweries in Nigeria
References
Breweries in Nigeria
Companies based in Anambra State
Onitsha
SABMiller
Food and drink companies established in 1971
Nigerian companies established in 1971
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