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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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Fake Agency Scandal: NDC Demands Gbajabiamila’s Sack

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1 day ago

July 3, 2026

Eric

The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has called on President Bola Tinubu to immediately remove his Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila, over allegations linking him to an alleged multi-billion-naira corruption scandal involving a purported non-existent government agency, the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC).

In a statement issued on Friday by its National Publicity Secretary, Osa Director, the opposition party described the allegations as grave and said Gbajabiamila’s continued stay in office could compromise any credible investigation into the matter.

The NDC’s demand follows allegations made by Prince Mathew Adeniyi Adeyemi, who claims to be the Director-General of the PFIPC, an agency the Presidency has publicly denied exists.

According to the party, the allegations raise serious concerns about transparency, accountability and integrity within the Tinubu administration.

The NDC alleged that despite the Presidency’s denial of the agency’s existence, the PFIPC purportedly secured budgetary allocations in the 2026 Appropriation Act and opened a domiciliary account, a Pound Sterling account and a Treasury Single Account (TSA) domiciled with the Central Bank of Nigeria.

The party questioned how an agency described as non-existent could allegedly establish multiple high-level government financial accounts without official approval or the required documentation.

It also called on the Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation to explain whether forged documents were used in processing the accounts.

The statement further alleged that the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation approved 314 staff positions for the purported agency, describing the development as another issue requiring urgent explanation.

According to the NDC, the allegations also include claims that Gbajabiamila demanded 48 per cent of the agency’s take-off grant, reportedly valued at N27.39 billion, a request Adeyemi allegedly rejected.

The party also cited Adeyemi’s claim that he secured his appointment through the Chief of Staff after allegedly paying N600 million, of which N400 million was allegedly paid through proxies, while N200 million remained outstanding.

It said the alleged unpaid balance reportedly contributed to the Presidency’s subsequent denial of the agency’s existence.

The NDC further alleged that the claims point to a wider pattern of institutional corruption, including the alleged sale of public appointments.

The party also linked the controversy to the death of Babatunde Tanimola, whom it described as an intermediary between Adeyemi and the Chief of Staff.

According to the statement, Tanimola reportedly died in a fire incident at a hotel in Utako, Abuja, on October 22, 2025, a day after the police reportedly received a petition from the Chief of Staff.

The NDC also referenced Adeyemi’s claims that he survived multiple assassination attempts, including an attack along the Abuja-Kaduna Expressway on September 7, 2025, and alleged that certain individuals within government are plotting to eliminate him.

Against the backdrop of the allegations, the party demanded the immediate removal of Gbajabiamila to allow what it described as a full and impartial investigation.

It also called on President Tinubu to establish an independent investigative panel to examine the alleged operations of the PFIPC, including its budgetary allocations, financial transactions, account openings and staff recruitment.

The NDC further urged investigators to probe the circumstances surrounding Tanimola’s death and the alleged assassination attempts on Adeyemi, while recommending that Adeyemi be granted witness protection.

The party also demanded that the Chief of Staff produce all official documents signed since assuming office for forensic examination.

In addition, it called for the questioning of officials of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), the Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation, and the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation over their alleged roles in the matter.

The opposition party also urged the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) and the Nigeria Police Force to commence what it described as a thorough investigation without fear or favour.

“The NDC will not accept the usual tactic of issuing a mere defensive press release from the Presidency as a deflective ploy. Nigerians deserve to know the truth through a transparent process that promotes fairness and justice,” the statement said.

The Presidency has previously maintained that the PFIPC is not a recognised government agency.

As of the time of filing this report, neither the Presidency nor Chief of Staff Femi Gbajabiamila had responded to the fresh allegations contained in the NDC statement.

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Glo-sponsored African Voices Features Former CNN Anchor, Isha Sesay

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1 day ago

July 3, 2026

Eric

Accomplished journalist and former Cable News Network (CNN) International anchor, Isha Sesay, will this week return to the studios of the global news network, not as an interviewer, but as the subject of its celebrated 30-minute magazine programme, African Voices, sponsored by telecommunications giant, Globacom.

The episode will shine a spotlight on the remarkable journey of the distinguished broadcaster whose career has traversed some of the most influential corridors of international journalism.

The 50-year-old British-Sierra Leonean media personality, born on January 6, 1976, rose to prominence through an illustrious career at CNN, which she joined as a news anchor in 2005 after distinguished stints with the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) and Sky News. Over the years, Sesay became one of the most recognisable and respected faces in global television news, bringing clarity and composure to some of the world’s most consequential stories.

An alumna of Trinity College, Cambridge, United Kingdom, Sesay steadily carved a distinctive niche for herself in broadcast journalism. In 2009, she became the host of the inaugural edition of International Desk, CNN’s weekly news programme, further cementing her reputation as a journalist of substance and international standing.

Her career afforded her the opportunity to engage with numerous eminent personalities, including former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo and his successor, the late President Umaru Yar’Adua, among other notable global figures.

Sesay also contributed to Anderson Cooper 360° as presenter of the 360 Bulletin, a role she assumed on January 17, 2011. Subsequently, she was reassigned as anchor of another flagship news programme, CNN NewsCenter, continuing a professional trajectory that reflected both versatility and excellence.

Beyond the newsroom, Sesay has demonstrated a deep commitment to social impact. In 2014, she launched her educational and humanitarian non-profit advocacy initiative for the African girl-child. The organisation, aptly named Women Everywhere Can Lead, has since provided educational support and empowerment opportunities aimed at nurturing a new generation of female leaders across the continent.

More recently, Sesay captured public attention with her personal journey into motherhood, welcoming her first child through In-Vitro Fertilisation (IVF) as a single mother. Her experience has resonated with many women around the world, adding another compelling chapter to a life story already rich in courage, resilience and inspiration.

On this edition of African Voices, Sesay will share insights into her distinguished career, her enduring advocacy for girls’ education and empowerment, as well as her new and deeply personal adventure into motherhood. The programme will air on Saturday at 7.30am.

Repeat broadcasts will follow at 11.00am on the same day, while additional screenings are scheduled for Sunday at 3.30am and 6.00pm. Further rebroadcasts will air on Monday at 3.00am and 5.45pm, and on Tuesday at 5.45 pm, with the same time belt continuing into the following week until Monday at 3.00am

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President Tinubu Addresses Wife, Remi, As ‘Iya Alakara’

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1 day ago

July 3, 2026

Eric

President Bola Tinubu drew laughter at the Presidential Press Corps Dinner on Thursday, after playfully referring to First Lady Oluremi Tinubu as “Iya Alakara”, a Yoruba phrase meaning “the woman who sells bean cakes”

The light-hearted moment happened during the inaugural dinner at the State House Banquet Hall in Abuja as the President welcomed guests.

Addressing the audience, Tinubu said: “Good evening, gentlemen of the press, ladies and gentlemen, my dear wife, the First Lady, Iya Alakara.”

The audience laughed as the First Lady smiled.

The remark referred to recent online reactions to comments made by Oluremi Tinubu about small businesses.

At a recent event under the Renewed Hope Initiative, she encouraged women to consider small businesses such as selling akara, roasted corn and kuli-kuli, saying they need little start-up capital.

Her comments sparked debate on social media, with some Nigerians saying the advice did not reflect the country’s current economic situation.

Responding to the criticism days later, the First Lady said her remarks were misunderstood and explained that the programme supports different types of small traders and provides grants to help them grow.

The President’s remark was widely seen as a light joke about the online debate over the First Lady’s comments and public concerns about the country’s economic situation.