Julius Berger retains top construction award in West Africa

Leading engineering and infrastructure firm Julius Berger Nigeria PLC has once again been named Best Construction and Infrastructure Company of the Year (West Africa), retaining the title for the second consecutive year.

The recognition was presented on Thursday in Lagos at the West Africa Innovation Awards, where the company outperformed other major contenders including Micheleti Construction Ghana Limited and China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation.

According to the Chairman of the Awards Organising Committee, Canmil Chineme, the selection followed a rigorous evaluation process by a panel of judges and consultations by the governing board of the awards.

He said Julius Berger was recognised for its strong performance in innovation, professionalism, and customer service excellence, noting that the award celebrates organisations that serve as pillars in critical sectors of the West African economy.

Responding to the honour, Julius Berger’s Director of Administration, Dr Abdulaziz Isa Kaita, described the award as a reaffirmation of the company’s long-standing commitment to excellence, safety, and nation-building across Nigeria and the wider subregion.

He said the recognition goes beyond corporate achievement, stressing that infrastructure development remains central to economic growth and social transformation.

“We celebrate vision, resilience, and the transformative power of infrastructure in shaping economies, connecting communities, and improving lives,” he said.

Dr Kaita added that the company will continue investing in innovative engineering solutions, sustainable construction practices, cold recycling technology, local content development, human capital growth, and environmental safety standards.

He also highlighted Julius Berger’s role in delivering major national infrastructure projects, including roads, bridges, airports, seaports, hospitals, and industrial facilities, noting that such projects contribute to job creation and economic expansion.

According to him, the award is dedicated to the company’s workforce, including engineers, technicians, architects, and support staff whose efforts sustain its reputation for quality delivery.

The 15th edition of the awards also honoured other organisations such as Sovereign Trust Insurance PLC, Vitafoam, CRC Credit Bureau Limited, and West African Human Resource Outsourcing Company.