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Nigeria @60: Top 10 Construction Companies

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6 years ago

September 30, 2020

Eric

In its 60 years as an independent country, Nigeria has grown in leaps and bounds in terms of infrastructural development. Some of the projects have become landmarks, many others are reference points in engineering and construction ingenuity. The great work of turning around the landscape of many parts of the country from nothing to something has been done by various companies. We present Nigeria’s top and ambitious construction companies.

1. JULIUS BERGER

Julius Berger Nigeria Plc is a leading Nigerian company offering holistic services covering the planning, design, engineering, construction, operation and maintenance of buildings, infrastructure and industry projects in Nigeria. Our history of success together with the shared values that define our culture and way of working gives our clients the confidence to trust us with even their most demanding projects. Operating sustainability, we adhere to the highest standards for quality and safety. To maintain excellence in construction, we stay at the forefront of the industry, continuously building on our robust experience and strong technical expertise through development and innovation for the creation of long-term value for our stakeholders.

2. SETRACO

Setraco was established in 1977 and started by constructing township and district roads in what was then Bendel State. Over the last thirty years the Company has rapidly grown to become one of the largest construction companies in Nigeria specialized in roads and bridges. With a presence today in around 20 states; Setraco has played a key role in developing Nigeria’s infrastructure as the Country strives towards becoming a developed nation.With projects executed successfully in over 20 states, and current presence in 15 states, Setraco has played a key role in developing Nigeria’s infrastructure.

3. REYNOLDS CONSTRUCTION COMPANY (RCC)

Reynolds Construction Company (Nigeria) Limited is a subsidiary of SBI International Holdings AG (SBI), whose headquarters is in Switzerland. SBI is a transnational construction and development group, with subsidiaries in several countries of the world.

The Group’s projects span the globe with concentration of activities in Africa, Central America and Europe. SBI’s first foray into Nigeria was in 1956 when it established a construction company called Nigersol Construction Company Limited together with some Nigerian investors. It operations covers: Road Construction, Water (irrigation, land preservation, drainage, flood control, borehole sinking, water supply and sewage disposal), Buildings as well as quarries and plants.

4. MONIER CONSTRUCTION COMPANY

Monier Construction Company (Nigeria) Limited. is a leading Civil Engineering and Construction Company in Nigeria with a solid reputation acquired over a period of five decades. We are a member of the Federation of building and Civil Engineering Contractors in Nigeria. MCC Is one of the early entrants in Nigeria’s construction industry having been present since 1955 and incorporated in 1957 as a Building and Civil Engineering Contractor with Head Office IN Port Harcourt, Rivers State. It parades state of the art equipment in Road Construction, Building and other key sectors of the Construction Industry. the Company, at the time of incorporation in 1957, was wholly owned German Company, but with the passage of time Nigeria investors acquired interests in MCC. Today, we can proudly state that MCC is truly Nigerian, owned by Nigerians and managed by Nigerians.

5. STILL EARTH CONSTRUCTION AND REALTY

Still Earth Construction and Realty is a premier general contractor highly regarded as one of the leading engineering & construction companies in Nigeria with a portfolio of completed projects and satisfied clients that are in both the public and private sectors.
With headquarters in Parkview, Ikoyi, Lagos, Still Earth is committed to developing the country’s infrastructural base by responsibly executing every project it is entrusted with, while creating real benefit for communities it serves by adopting principled and uncompromising approach to its professional and value standards. Its portfolio includes bridges, buildings, civil works, fit outs and roads across Nigeria.

Still Earth is an indigenous, diversified company, with an illustrious list of satisfied clients and successful projects; some of its clients include all tiers of government, parastatals, agencies and multinationals. Its specialty is in completing complex projects that demand proficiency and technical expertise geared at implementing top-notch construction methods. The company believes in contributing its quota to a better Nigeria. The company’s reputation is derived from its success and proven track record of working within budgetary guidelines, completing projects timeously, adhering to plan, specification, guidelines and achieving an exceptional health and safety record. Its multinational team of experts are actively shaping the skylines of major Nigerian cities, towns and building landmark projects

6. DANTATA AND SAWOE

Dantata & Sawoe is a leading construction company in Nigeria with over 40 years working experience in delivering value-added civil and infrastructural projects in Nigeria. It is a brand synonymous with quality, reliability and timely delivery. This reputation has been earned through over 40 years of experience of construction of Roads, Highways, Airstrips, Flyovers, Buildings, Irrigation & Drainage system, Airports, Power Plants and other forms of infrastructure all around Nigeria. We have earned wealth of technical and physical capacity and an experienced team of highly trained expatriates & non-expatriates capable of delivering world class projects anywhere and anytime.

7. ARAB CONTRACTORS

Arab Contractors O.A.O Nigeria Limited was established in Nigeria in 1991.Arab Contractors as a group is one of the leading construction companies in the Middle East and Africa. The company has over 60,000 employees who work in collaboration with their customers, partners, and suppliers in more than 29 countries.
Their experience is widely diversified and covers a wide spectrum of the construction industry and its ancillary services including: Public buildings, bridges, roads, tunnels, airports, housing, water & sewage projects, wastewater treatment plants, power stations, dams, hospitals, sports buildings, restoration of monuments, irrigation, ready-mix concrete, shipbuilding, electromechanical projects, engineering consultancy, manufacturing and assembly of steel structures etc.

8. CAPPA and D’ALBERTO

Cappa and D’Alberto Ltd is a leading building and civil engineering contracting firm in Nigeria. Established in 1932, it is the oldest and one of the most prominent companies in the Nigerian construction industry today. Thanks to a team of qualified professionals, coupled with stateoftheart equipment and technologies, the company has built a solid reputation based on its history, professionalism and commitment to service excellence. Throughout the years, Cappa and D’Alberto has diversified the organisation’s activities by providing also Facility Management services as well as highly specialized expertise in the fields of aluminium windows and curtain walling.

9. ADOLD

Adold Engineering Company Limited is an Engineering and Construction Development Company incorporated in 1976. Since its inception in 1976, it has expanded to offer full range of services in engineering and management related to the construction industry. These services range from development studies and planning, complete engineering and design, to procurement construction and supervision. Adold Engineering has become an integral part of Engineering and Construction Industry in Nigeria and has completed over 250 projects.

10. COSTAIN WEST AFRICA

Costain West Africa Plc is a fully-owned Nigerian company operating in the construction sector, with services in civil engineering, homes, furniture and joinery, oil and gas, and railways. It was incorporated in 1948 as a private limited company in Nigeria, taking over the various works being undertaken by John Holt and Company (Liverpool) Limited’s building department. Over the last 60 years, Costain West Africa Plc has executed a wide range of building and civil engineering projects, throughout Nigeria for private organisations, Federal and State Governments.

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Time for National Reconciliation, Re-Orientation and Reconstruction

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2 days ago

June 8, 2026

Eric

By Dele Momodu

The 2027 Presidential election is expected to be a major fight between PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU and his biggest challenger, ALHAJI ATIKU ABUBAKAR. It promises to be the battle of the Tians. A third force, hopefully, may show up, like it did in 2023, but not with enough fire power and tenacity to upstage, and obliterate the two elder statesmen.

This is why it has become pertinent, and urgent, for our dear party ADC to change the traditional way of playing politics by becoming a link between the old and modern, conservative and cosmopolitan tendencies, veteran politicians and technocrats in government. There’s no better combination than this duo, assuring of a colorful blend. The North and the South will reunite in a game of ethnic & religious rivalries.

The present combustive tensions, and absolute chaos, cannot be allowed to continue. It will consume all of us.

The time has come to retrace our steps and return to the days of robust ideas, ideologies and inspirational figures. Our founding fathers such as Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe, The Sardauna Sir Ahmadu Bello, Chief Obafemi Awolowo, and others, tried their best, even if they were not perfect. Today, we’ve completely derailed from the legacies they bequeathed to us. The politics of gansterism has become unbearably malignant in our nation. This is the type of strong bridge we need between the North and the South.

We must act before it is too late…

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How We Rescued Adelabu’s Sister and Her Twin Sons from Kidnappers – Police

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3 days ago

June 6, 2026

Eric

The Nigerian Police Force has announced the rescue of former Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu’s sister and her twin sons, who were abducted on June 3, in Ibadan.

A statement signed by the Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Anthony Okon Pkacid revealed ad follows:

The Nigeria Police Force announces the successful rescue of Mrs. Olaide Busayo Adegoke John-Paul and her 12-year-old twin sons, Peter and Paul, who were abducted on June 3, 2026, in Ibadan, Oyo State.

The hostages were rescued during a coordinated operation by the Force Intelligence Department Intelligence Response Team (FID-IRT) in Ibadan at approximately 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 6, 2026.

Mrs. Adegoke and her children were abducted while she was driving them to school at about 7:30 a.m. on June 3, 2026. The rescue was achieved through sustained intelligence gathering, surveillance, and tactical operations. These efforts enabled investigators to track the kidnappers’ movements, resulting in a confrontation with FID-IRT operatives.

During the confrontation, two suspected kidnappers were fatally wounded and two rifles were recovered. The victims were rescued unharmed and are now in safe custody, receiving medical care and support.

The Inspector-General of Police commends the courage, professionalism, and effectiveness of the FID-IRT operatives and all officers involved. Their resilience and commitment were instrumental in the safe rescue of the hostages.

Security operatives have intensified efforts in the area to apprehend fleeing members of the kidnapping syndicate. Preliminary intelligence indicates that some suspects escaped with gunshot injuries. Operations are ongoing to track, arrest, and bring all involved to justice.

The Nigeria Police Force appreciates the public’s support, cooperation, and patience during the operation. We remain committed to combating violent crime, protecting lives and property, and ensuring the safety of all citizens.

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First Lady’s Cars Distribution to APC Women Amid Oyo Kidnapping Crisis, Outrage or Applause?

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3 days ago

June 6, 2026

Eric

By Shakirat Akintola

As the agonizing wait for dozens of abducted students and teachers in Oyo State stretches into another grueling week, a storm of public outrage has erupted over a high-profile political gesture from the nation’s capital.

The source of the friction? A fleet of newly donated vehicles.

The First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has sparked intense debate across Nigeria following the launch of the “Tinubu Torchbearers,” a mobilization group under the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). To kick off the initiative, the First Lady donated vehicles to APC women leaders across five opposition-controlled states: Abia, Anambra, Bauchi, Osun, and Oyo.
While the presentation was met with cheers inside the political halls, the feedback online and on the streets of Oyo has been starkly different, raising a fundamental, painful question: Can there be celebration without rescue?

The Political Machinery in Motion

During the presentation, Senator Tinubu was explicit about the nature and intent of the donation. She clarified that the vehicles were personal donations and instructed that they be registered directly in the names of the respective state women leaders. She didn’t stop there, urging APC governors across the country to follow suit and empower the women leaders in their own domains.

Defending the move as a core part of political engagement, the First Lady noted, “We are politicians, and people should see what the value is.”

But for many Nigerians watching the event unfold against the backdrop of a worsening security situation, the “value” being demonstrated felt incredibly detached from the immediate reality on the ground.

“A Question of Timing”

In Oyo State, where families are still frozen in trauma over the unresolved mass kidnapping of students and educators, the arrival of political campaign vehicles has rubbed salt into an open wound. Local commentators and citizens quickly took to social media and radio programs to challenge the priorities of the ruling class.

“We are talking about missing children, terrified parents, and schools that aren’t safe,” noted one Ibadan-based community advocate during an morning broadcast on Arise News. “And the immediate response we see from Abuja is the distribution of cars to mobilize voters for the next election? It feels like the campaign never stops, even when our hearts are breaking.”
The dialogue surrounding the incident highlights a deep, systemic disconnect. On one hand, the political class views internal party mobilization and the strengthening of its structures as standard, ongoing operations. On the other hand, a traumatized public views it as a tone-deaf display of luxury and politicking during a moment of profound national grief.

The Growing Divide

As the opposition-controlled states digest this move, the debate in Oyo remains the most volatile. Critics argue that the logistics, funding, and energy poured into launching the Tinubu Torchbearers could have been better utilized in supporting local security infrastructure or visible community solidarity.

For now, the vehicles are set to hit the roads, registered to partisan leaders. But as long as the classrooms in Oyo remain empty and the abducted victims remain in the bush, every political convoy that passes through these states will likely face the same haunting question from the people: Where is the rescue?