Biofem

What Biofem does

Biofem Group is a privately held Nigerian pharmaceutical and healthcare distribution company headquartered in Ikeja, Lagos, operating since 2002. The company imports, distributes, and markets a diversified portfolio of pharmaceutical products, medical devices, dietary supplements, and functional food products through wholly-owned subsidiaries including Biofem Pharmaceuticals Ltd, Biofem Specialties, Biofem Medical Devices, Biofem Foods, Biofem Farms, Biofem Oil and Gas, and Biofem Ghana. Its product range spans prescription pharmaceuticals (Biobetic for diabetes, RhoGam Anti-D, Uman Albumin, Laxgo, Stoptrans), diagnostic medical devices (SDA1C HbA1c machine for diabetes monitoring), multivitamin and cod liver oil supplements (DCALC, Biosea), and food products (Garlic Powder, Turmeric Powder).

Biofem's go-to-market is anchored on a direct medical representative network strategically distributed across Nigeria, complemented by a wholly-owned Ghana operation. The company positions itself as a global pioneer in Mobile Authentication System (MAS) technology for pharmaceutical product verification, addressing Nigeria's counterfeit drug problem. Its marketing relies primarily on educational blog content (diabetes awareness, maternal health, wellness) and organic social media rather than paid digital advertising at scale.

The business model is distribution-led with revenue generated from pharmaceutical and supplement sales to healthcare consumers, diabetes patients, and expecting mothers across Nigeria and Ghana. Pricing is not publicly disclosed, and there is no named enterprise customer base — implying a long-tail consumer and pharmacy-channel mix. The company has expanded laterally into non-healthcare verticals (farming, oil and gas) and maintains a US-affiliated entity, suggesting either sourcing arrangements or capital diversification beyond the core pharma business. No funding rounds, M&A activity, or disclosed financial figures appear in the available source material.

Name

Biofem

Legal name

Biofem Group

Website

https://biofemgroup.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2002

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Biofem Group is a Nigerian pharmaceutical and healthcare distributor founded in 2002 that imports and markets medicines, medical devices, supplements, and functional foods through a nationwide medical representative network, with additional operations in Ghana.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Pharmaceutical Distribution

NAICS

Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing (325412)

SIC

Wholesale-Drugs, Proprietaries & Druggists' Sundries (5122), Wholesale-Medical, Dental & Hospital Equipment & Supplies (5047)

akta.pro primary industry

Specialty Pharma & Biologics Distribution (GDP-compliant) (HLAGAMAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

OTC Medicines & Consumer Health Products Distribution (CRAOAHAB)

Keywords

• Pharmaceutical distribution
• Medical devices
• Diabetes management
• Nutritional supplements
• Pharmaceutical marketing

Headquarters

HQ city

Ikeja

HQ country

Nigeria

HQ region

Africa

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels2 records

Core offering

Biofem imports, distributes and markets pharmaceutical products and medical devices across Nigeria and Ghana, operating through subsidiaries that handle prescription medicines, specialty supplements, medical devices (notably for diabetes and maternal health), and food/wellness products. Its portfolio includes the Biobetic diabetes brand, the SDA1C HbA1c monitoring machine, DCALC multivitamins, Biosea cod liver oil, RhoGam Anti-D, Uman Albumin, Laxgo, and Stoptrans, complemented by its proprietary Mobile Authentication System (MAS) for product verification.

Product overview

Biofem is a diversified pharmaceutical and healthcare company operating multiple divisions including Biofem Pharmaceuticals Ltd (high-quality pharmaceuticals), Biofem Specialties (specialty supplements), Biofem Medical Devices (diagnostic devices including HbA1c machines), and Biofem Foods (dietary supplements and food products). The portfolio spans prescription pharmaceuticals, over-the-counter medications, medical devices for disease detection (particularly diabetes management), nutritional supplements including multivitamins and cod liver oil, and functional food products. The company serves patients across Nigeria and Ghana with products focused on chronic disease management, maternal health, and general wellness.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Biobetic: Pharmaceutical product by Biofem Pharmaceuticals for diabetes management
• Right2Life
• LiveItUp
• Mother and Child
• PioneerMAS
• Codefree
• Biosea
• RhoGam Anti-D

Products and services

• Biobetic Pharmaceutical product marketed by Biofem Pharmaceuticals for diabetes management and blood sugar control.
• SDA1C Machine A medical device for measuring HbA1c (glycated hemoglobin) levels, used for diabetes diagnosis and monitoring.
• DCALC Multivitamins A multivitamin supplement marketed by Biofem Specialties for general health and nutritional support.
• Garlic Powder A food product from Biofem Foods, providing dietary garlic supplement in powder form.
• Turmeric Powder A food product from Biofem Foods, providing dietary turmeric supplement in powder form.
• Biosea Cod Liver Oil A cod liver oil supplement for nutritional support including omega-3 fatty acids.
• RhoGam Anti-D An anti-D immunoglobulin pharmaceutical product used for Rh prophylaxis in pregnancy.
• Uman Albumin A human albumin pharmaceutical product used for blood volume expansion and treatment of hypoalbuminemia.
• Laxgo A pharmaceutical laxative product for constipation relief.
• Stoptrans A pharmaceutical product positioned as a hemostatic or anti-hemorrhagic agent.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Feature1 record

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Sanofi Nigeria: Subsidiary of a global pharmaceutical company marketing prescription drugs, vaccines, and consumer health products in Nigeria. Comparable to Biofem as a multinational distributor competing for the same chronic-disease and consumer-health customers.
• GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Nigeria (Haleon): Nigeria operations of a global consumer healthcare company selling OTC medicines, vitamins, and wellness products. Comparable to Biofem on the OTC and consumer-health distribution side, especially for supplements and wellness SKUs such as DCALC and Biosea.
• Novartis Nigeria: Subsidiary of a global pharmaceutical major distributing specialty medicines in Nigeria including cardiovascular and chronic-disease therapies. Overlaps with Biofem's chronic-care distribution footprint.
• AstraZeneca Nigeria: Subsidiary of a global biopharmaceutical company marketing specialty and chronic-disease medicines in Nigeria. Comparable to Biofem in distributing biologics and prescription products into Nigeria's regulated healthcare channel.
• Pfizer Nigeria: Subsidiary of a global biopharmaceutical major distributing a portfolio of vaccines, biologics, and prescription medicines in Nigeria. Comparable as a competing biologics-and-pharma distributor operating in the same NAFDAC-regulated channel.

Direct peers

• Chi Pharmaceuticals: Nigerian pharmaceutical company focused on manufacturing and marketing prescription and OTC medicines, including antimalarials and chronic-disease therapies. Directly comparable to Biofem in target market, distribution model, and disease-area focus.
• Fidson Healthcare: Nigerian pharmaceutical manufacturer and marketer listed on the Nigerian Stock Exchange with a portfolio spanning prescription drugs, OTCs, and consumer health. Comparable to Biofem in product breadth, distribution model, and target customer segments within Nigeria.
• Emzor Pharmaceutical Industries: One of Nigeria's largest indigenous pharmaceutical manufacturers and distributors with a broad prescription, OTC, and supplement portfolio serving nationwide channels. Directly comparable to Biofem as a Nigeria-based pharma company competing in the same disease areas and retail/wholesale channels.
• May & Baker Nigeria: Long-established Nigerian pharmaceutical manufacturer with a portfolio of prescription medicines, infusions, and consumer health products distributed nationwide. Comparable to Biofem as a Nigeria-based pharma distribution peer with overlapping therapeutic categories and OTC presence.
• Afrab-Chem Limited: Nigerian pharmaceutical manufacturer and distributor of OTC, prescription, and consumer health products operating across Nigeria and West Africa. Comparable to Biofem as a domestically headquartered pharma distribution peer with regional ambitions.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/biofemgroup

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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