Company Overview
Ultimum Limited is a fast-growing food and beverage manufacturing company headquartered in Lagos, with its manufacturing center in Osisioma, Aba, Abia State, Nigeria. Ultimum Limited operates as a member of the Kadji Group of Companies — a diversified and well-established business conglomerate in Africa with over 50 years of heritage, bringing deep expertise, strong operational capabilities, and a long-standing legacy in building and managing successful businesses across multiple sectors.
Ultimum Limited is positioned as a "Future Beverages Company", focused on delivering innovative, high-quality alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks tailored to evolving consumer needs across Africa.
Business Operations
The company operates within the FMCG beverage sector in Nigeria and across West Africa, with activities spanning:
- Manufacturing and Production
- Marketing and Brand Building
- Sales and Distribution
- Trade Marketing and Retail Activation
Ultimum has continued to expand its footprint, including strategic investments in Nigeria, Benin Republic, Ghana, Cote D'Ivoire, and other countries to strengthen proximity to consumers and trade partners.
Product Portfolio
Ultimum Limited produces a range of beverages, including:
- Carbonated Soft Drinks — notably the Speciale and Razzl brands
- KiQ Energy Drinks — bold, energising flavours for active consumers
The company focuses on offering innovative bold flavours, driving affordability, and ensuring accessibility across key markets — positioning its brands to compete strongly in Nigeria's highly competitive beverage market.
Vision & Ambition
- To become a leading total beverages company in Africa and beyond
- To build a future-ready beverage portfolio driven by innovation
- To create strong brand equity across multiple consumer segments
- To Refresh Nigeria and Africa
Mission
- Deliver high-quality beverages that satisfy diverse consumer needs
- Continuously innovate products and processes
- Provide exceptional consumer experiences across all touchpoints
Core Values
Ultimum Limited operates on a strong cultural foundation:
Courage
We speak up, challenge, and act
Integrity
We do the right thing, always
Creativity
Finding better ways to win
Respect
How we treat people and processes
Accountability
We own the results and actions
Management Team
Ultimum believes in the power of Nigerian and African leadership and has a diverse, experienced team led by the Managing Director / Chief Executive Officer — Austin Ufomba.