Lubcon Group

What Lubcon Group does

Lubcon International is a Nigerian lubricant manufacturer headquartered in Ilorin, Kwara State, with 112 employees and roots traceable to 1991. The company formulates and produces a 13-SKU catalog of nanotechnology-engineered lubricants spanning synthetic motor oils, automatic transmission fluids, engine treatments, and industrial greases, designed specifically for Nigerian operating conditions including extreme heat, harmattan dust, and Niger Delta humidity. Manufacturing is certified to ISO 9001:2015 and QC100 standards.

The company's go-to-market is built around two digital channels: a direct-to-consumer e-commerce storefront (lubcon.ng) targeting individual Nigerian vehicle owners and small-to-medium businesses, and a separate corporate website (lubconinternational.com) handling bulk orders, distributor partnerships, and trade enquiries. The e-store lists products in Nigerian Naira (NGN) with unit pricing across 1L, 4L, 5L, and 25L pack sizes, processes payments via Paystack (Mastercard, Visa, Verve, bank transfer), and fulfills orders from the Ilorin warehouse with nationwide delivery in 1–5 business days. Customer segments are horizontally defined across individual vehicle owners, SMB/fleet operators, and corporate/trade buyers.

Lubcon is privately held with no disclosed investors, no management team information in the source material, no funding history, and no reported revenue. Marketing relies primarily on its corporate website, SEO-optimized product pages, and organic social media presence on LinkedIn, X, and Instagram. The company self-describes as "trusted by thousands across Nigeria and beyond," though delivery is currently restricted to the Nigerian domestic market.

Name

Lubcon Group

Legal name

Lubcon International

Website

https://lubcon.ng

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Lubcon International is a Nigerian lubricant manufacturer in Ilorin that sells 13 nanotechnology-formulated motor oils, transmission fluids, engine treatments, and greases via its lubcon.ng e-commerce store and corporate website, serving individual vehicle owners, small fleets, and trade buyers across Nigeria.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Automotive Lubricants

NAICS

Petroleum Lubricating Oil and Grease Manufacturing (324191)

SIC

Wholesale-Petroleum & Petroleum Products (No Bulk Stations) (5172)

akta.pro primary industry

Automotive Lubricants & Fluids (IMAEAMAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Lubricants Distribution & Wholesale (Bulk, Packaged, B2B) (EUALAJAE), Industrial & Heavy-Duty Lubricants (IMAEAMAB)

Keywords

• Motor oil manufacturing
• Automotive lubricants
• Engine oil products
• Transmission fluid
• Industrial grease

Headquarters

HQ city

Ilorin

HQ country

Nigeria

HQ region

Africa

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Lubricant Product Sales: Direct retail sales of nanotechnology-formulated lubricants including motor oils, transmission fluids, engine treatments, and greases. Revenue is generated through per-unit product transactions on the lubcon.ng e-commerce platform, with prices denominated in Nigerian Naira (NGN).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Lubcon International manufactures and sells a portfolio of 13 nanotechnology-formulated lubricant products — including motor oils, synthetic lubricants, automatic transmission fluids, engine treatments, and greases — from its facility in Ilorin, Nigeria. The company distributes primarily through its own direct-to-consumer e-commerce store (lubcon.ng) with order fulfilment from the Ilorin warehouse, while a separate corporate website handles bulk orders and distributor partnerships. All products are engineered specifically for Nigerian roads, climate, and industry conditions.

Product overview

Lubcon International is a Nigerian lubricant manufacturer operating an e-commerce store (lubcon.ng) that offers a portfolio of 13 nanotechnology-formulated lubricant products. The product lineup spans four main categories: Synthetic Lubricants (including Lubcon 4T Super 20W/50, Lubcon Nano Adrenalin, and Lubcon Rugged 4X4 20W/50), Engine Treatments and Greases (Lubcon Adrenalin, Lubcon Nano Engine Treatment, Lubcon Super Resurs, and Lubcon Universal Grease), Automatic Transmission Fluid (Lubcon ATF Dexron II), and Motor Oils (Lubcon 2T Super, Lubcon Dieselube HD 50, Lubcon Nano Dieselube, Lubcon Performa HD 50, and Lubcon Super XV). Products are engineered specifically for Nigerian roads, climate, and industry conditions, with the Nano product line representing the premium nanotechnology variant offerings. All products are manufactured in Ilorin, Nigeria and certified to ISO 9001:2015 and QC100 quality standards.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Lubcon Adrenalin
• Lubcon 4T Super 20W/50 A four-stroke motor oil with 20W/50 viscosity rating, formulated with nanotechnology for reliable performance in extreme Nigerian conditions. Designed for motorcycles and four-stroke vehicle engines.
• Lubcon 2T Super A two-stroke engine oil formulated for two-stroke engines, providing engine protection and performance. Intended for motorcycles, generators, and small-engine applications.
• Lubcon ATF Dexron II Automatic transmission fluid meeting Dexron II specifications, available in 1L and 4L sizes. Targeted at vehicle owners and workshops servicing automatic transmissions.
• Lubcon Dieselube HD 50 Heavy-duty diesel engine oil with HD 50 grade formulation, available in 25L packaging. Intended for commercial and heavy-duty diesel applications such as trucks and industrial machinery.
• Lubcon Nano Dieselube Nanotechnology-formulated diesel lubricant available in 5L and 25L sizes, engineered for enhanced engine protection and efficiency in diesel engines. Targeted at commercial diesel operators and fleet users.
• Lubcon Performa HD 50 High-performance diesel engine oil with HD 50 grade, designed for heavy-duty applications and extended equipment life. Intended for heavy-duty commercial and industrial users.
• Lubcon Rugged 4X4 20W/50 Four-wheel drive motor oil with 20W/50 viscosity, engineered for SUVs and 4X4 vehicles operating in demanding Nigerian road conditions. Available in 1L and 5L sizes.
• Lubcon Super XV Premium motor oil formulated for high-performance engines, providing superior protection and longevity. Available in 1L and 4L sizes for consumer and small commercial use.
• Lubcon Nano Engine Treatment Nanotechnology-based engine treatment additive designed to reduce friction and extend engine life. Used as a supplementary engine treatment by individual vehicle owners.
• Lubcon Super Resurs Engine treatment product formulated to provide enhanced engine protection and restore engine performance. Targeted at individual vehicle owners seeking to extend engine service life.
• Lubcon Universal Grease Multi-purpose grease formulation suitable for general industrial and automotive applications requiring lubrication. For workshops, fleet operators, and individual users needing general-purpose greasing.
• Lubcon Nano Adrenalin Nanotechnology-formulated premium engine treatment in the Adrenalin product line, available in 1L and 5L sizes for enhanced engine protection. The flagship nanotechnology-tier offering for individual vehicle owners and premium users.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature1 record

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• PaystackcoreTechnology or IntegrationPaystack serves as the primary payment processing provider for the Lubcon e-store (lubcon.ng). All card payments (Mastercard, Visa, Verve) and bank transfers are handled through Paystack's PCI-compliant infrastructure. Lubcon receives only payment references and status updates — no sensitive card data is stored on Lubcon's servers. Paystack provides 256-bit SSL encryption for all transactions.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Fuchs Petrolub: Large German lubricant manufacturer with broad automotive and industrial product lines; relevant peer for benchmarking Lubcon's manufacturing footprint, certifications, and product breadth.
• Valvoline: US-headquartered lubricant and grease manufacturer with global distribution including African markets; comparable as a branded mid-tier lubricant manufacturer competing against both majors and local producers like Lubcon.
• Motul: French-origin specialty lubricant brand with strong presence in Africa; comparable as a technology-positioned lubricant competitor targeting demanding operating conditions similar to those Lubcon addresses in Nigeria.
• TotalEnergies Marketing Nigeria: Subsidiary of TotalEnergies distributing automotive and industrial lubricants across Nigerian service stations and B2B channels, representing the multinational incumbent Lubcon competes against for shelf space and fleet contracts.
• Mobil Oil Nigeria (ExxonMobil): Long-established Nigerian lubricant manufacturer and distributor across automotive and industrial segments, representing a major incumbent against which Lubcon must differentiate.
• Shell Nigeria (Lubricants): Operates lubricant blending and distribution in Nigeria under Shell and Rimula/Helix brands; competes with Lubcon in the same automotive and HD diesel lubricant segments via an entrenched nationwide network.
• Castrol (BP): Global lubricant brand with significant Nigerian presence through distributors; competes in the same automotive motor oil, ATF, and HD segments where Lubcon positions its Nano and HD product lines.

Direct peers

• Conoil Plc: Nigerian-listed downstream oil company that manufactures and distributes lubricants domestically under its own brand, competing head-on with Lubcon in the same Nigerian automotive and industrial lubricant market.
• Oando Plc: Nigerian energy company with downstream lubricants and grease offerings sold across Nigeria, directly comparable as a locally rooted lubricant manufacturer/distributor targeting the same vehicle and industrial customers.

Regional players

• MRS Oil Nigeria Plc: Nigerian downstream oil and lubricants company with domestic manufacturing and distribution footprint, operating as a regional peer in the same geographic and product market as Lubcon.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/lubcon-group

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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