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We’re privileged to contribute to Nigeria’s development, says company
Julius Berger Nigeria PLC has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing Nigeria’s development through the delivery of world-class infrastructure, innovation and sustainable solutions, following its recognition with the 2026 Business Times Real Estate & Construction Excellence Award.
The award, presented at the prestigious Business Times Award Ceremony, honoured Julius Berger for its outstanding leadership, excellence, innovation and enduring contributions to national development.
Speaking at the ceremony, Chairman of the Editorial Board of Business Times, Dada Ajai-Ikhile, said the award reflects Julius Berger’s transformational role in shaping Nigeria’s infrastructure landscape and improving the lives of millions of Nigerians.
“This recognition is a monumental achievement and a testament to Julius Berger’s consistency, leadership and the significant impact of its work on the lives of citizens across the country, Ajai-Ikhile stated.
According to the chairman, the Award serves as more than a recognition platform. The Business Times Awards celebrate organizations and individuals who are building the future through excellence, innovation and impact. They inspire others, set industry standards, foster community development and honour the dedication that drives economic and social advancement, he said, while congratulating Julius Berger and other award recipients.
Receiving the award on behalf of the company, Director, Administration, Dr. Abdulaziz Isa Kaita, described Julius Berger’s more than five decades of service to Nigeria as both a privilege and a responsibility.
“For more than five decades, Julius Berger has been privileged to contribute to Nigeria’s development. Across different regions of the country, we have delivered some of Nigeria’s most important and technically challenging infrastructure projects. Each project represents our unwavering commitment to quality, innovation, safety, sustainability and reliability,” Kaita said.
The Business Times Award celebrates organisations and leaders whose contributions continue to drive economic growth, industry advancement and societal progress. Julius Berger was among a select group of companies recognized for its sustained excellence and meaningful impact on national development.
Expressing appreciation to the organizers, Kaita thanked Business Times Newspapers Limited and the Awards Committee for recognizing organizations that continue to create value and drive sustainable development.
“We sincerely thank Business Times Newspapers Limited and the Awards Committee for this honour. We are particularly delighted that this award recognizes not only excellence in construction, but also leadership, innovation and the positive impact our work continues to have on Nigeria and its people,” he said.
Kaita noted that Julius Berger’s mission transcends the construction of physical infrastructure, emphasizing the company’s commitment to delivering projects that stimulate economic activity, improve connectivity and enhance the quality of life for Nigerians.
“For Julius Berger, excellence is not simply about constructing roads, bridges and buildings. It is about building infrastructure that enables economic growth, connects communities, creates opportunities and improves lives. That has been our guiding philosophy for decades and it remains at the core of everything we do,” he added.
Looking ahead, Kaita highlighted the growing importance of the construction sector in supporting Nigeria’s economic aspirations, stressing the need for deeper investment in technology, local content development and human capital, saying, as Nigeria pursues greater economic growth and infrastructure expansion, our industry must continue to embrace new technologies, strengthen local capacity and develop the next generation of Nigerian professionals. At Julius Berger, we remain fully committed to these objectives. We will continue investing in our people, expanding our technical capabilities and applying innovation to deliver infrastructure that meets international standards while responding effectively to Nigeria’s unique development requirements.
Describing the recognition as both an honour and a call to higher performance, Kaita said the award reinforces the company’s determination to continue setting industry benchmarks. This award is both an honour and a challenge. It challenges us to do more, innovate further and continuously raise the bar of construction excellence in Nigeria. We remain committed to supporting national development through infrastructure that drives economic progress, connects communities and improves lives, he said.
Kaita dedicated the award to Julius Berger’s workforce, including its engineers, technicians, artisans, project teams, administrative personnel and support staff, whose professionalism and dedication continue to sustain the company’s reputation as Nigeria’s leading engineering construction company.
He also acknowledged the support of the company’s clients, business partners, host communities and government stakeholders at both federal and state levels, noting that their trust and collaboration have been instrumental to the successful delivery of projects that contribute meaningfully to national development.
The Business Times recognition further underscores Julius Berger’s enduring legacy as a trusted partner in Nigeria’s development journey and reinforces the company’s commitment to delivering infrastructure solutions that support sustainable growth, economic prosperity and national transformation.
Members of Team Julius Berger present at the award ceremony included Dr. Abdulaziz Isa Kaita, Engr. Sena Daramola, Osedebamen Isibor and Jeffery Ibeh.
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