For the second consecutive year, one of Nigeria’s leading engineering and construction company, Julius Berger Nigeria PLC, has emerged as the Best Construction and Infrastructure Company of the Year (West Africa).
The award which was presented in Lagos on Thursday, May 7, 2026. Was organised by the West Africa Innovation Awards. The recognition saw Julius Berger outperform competitors including Micheleti Construction Ghana Limited and China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation to secure the prestigious honour.
In his remarks, the Chairman of the Awards Organising Committee, Canmil Chineme, said the award recognises a distinguished brand that serves as a pillar in one of the subregion’s most critical industries.
Chineme noted that such accolades inspire innovation and promote superior customer engagement aligned with global best practices.
He further said that the award followed extensive consultations and careful evaluation by a panel of judges after which the Governing Board of the West Africa Innovation Awards selected Julius Berger Nigeria PLC as the 2026 winner.
The company was commended for its exceptional contributions in innovation, professionalism, and customer service excellence.
In his responcse while receiving the prestigious award, the Director of Administration of Julius Berger Plc, Dr Abdulaziz Isa Kaita, described the award as a reaffirmation of the company’s over five decades of steadfast commitment to excellence, innovation, quality, safety, and nation-building across Nigeria and the wider West African region.
While expressing appreciation to the organisers for the honour, Kaita noted that the award represents more than a corporate achievement.
In the words of Kaita; “Tonight, we celebrate more than concrete, steel, and asphalt. We celebrate vision, resilience, and the transformative power of infrastructure in shaping economies, connecting communities, and improving lives“.
The director emphasised that infrastructure development is not just a business for Julius Berger, but a lasting legacy.
He further said; “From iconic bridges and highways to airports, seaports, industrial facilities, hospitals, and other critical national projects, our journey has always been guided by one principle: building excellence and connecting futures“.
Kaita assured that Julius Berger remains committed to leading the transformation, adding that the company will continue to invest in innovative engineering solutions, sustainable construction practices, cold recycling technology, local content development, human capital empowerment, Health, Safety and Environmental excellence and modern infrastructure systems that support economic growth across the West Africa.
He further said; „We are particularly proud that our projects continue to create jobs, stimulate commerce, improve connectivity, and contribute meaningfully to national development. This award will inspire us to do even more“.
Kaita dedicated the award to the company’s workforce, including engineers, technicians, architects, operators, artisans, administrators, and support staff, whose dedication he noted has continued to uphold Julius Berger’s reputation for excellence.
The 15th edition of the awards ceremony also celebrated other organisations, including Sovereign Trust Insurance PLC, Vitafoam, CRC Credit Bureau Limited, and West African Human Resource Outsourcing Company, in a vibrant evening marked by glamour and celebration.
