SAO PAULO, Nov 21 (Reuters) - Brazilian meatpacker JBS

said on Thursday it has signed a memorandum of

understanding with Nigeria's government for a $2.5 billion

investment plan in the African country, including the building

of six new factories.

In a statement, JBS said three of the factories would deal

in poultry, two in beef and one in pork.

Based on the memorandum of understanding, JBS said it will

build up a five-year investment plan in Nigeria, including

feasibility studies, budget estimates and an action plan for

local supply chain development.

The government of Nigeria, in turn, would ensure the

economic, sanitary and regulatory conditions needed for the

project's viability, JBS added.