Julius Berger Nigeria Plc has clinched the prestigious Construction Company of the Year Award as journalists celebrate the 2025 World Press Freedom Day in Abuja.

In a statement, the National President of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, Alhassan Yahya, who presented the award plaque to Julius Berger at the event, noted that Julius Berger Nigeria Plc deserved the award for being at the forefront of several landmark projects across the country.

He said, “We have observed during the year under review that the company has remained the best in all the construction works they have undertaken and the ones that are currently Work-In-Progress.

“Name it, from Eko Bridge, Lagos built in 1965, through the Second Niger Bridge to the ongoing Bodo-Bonny Road, Julius Berger is excelling. We must state that you are deserving of this Award and more, the NUJ President declared amidst applause.”

Speaking after receiving the award on behalf of Julius Berger, the Director, Administration, Julius Berger, Dr. Abdulaziz Kaita, thanked the NUJ for the Award, saying that it was a most unique gesture coming the same day with the commemoration of the World Press Freedom Day.

He said, “This honour, especially coming in commemoration of World Press Freedom Day, carries a deep and symbolic significance for us. The Day is set aside to celebrate the fundamental principles of press freedom, assess the state of press freedom worldwide, defend the media from attacks on their independence, and pay tribute to journalists who have lost their lives in the line of duty.

“Thus, as a company, we are elated to be so honoured with this award on this day when the world is acknowledging the contributions of members of the fourth estate to worldwide development.”

He further said, “This recognition is not only a testament to the innovative impact we have made in the construction industry, but also a validation of our unwavering commitment to excellence, safety, and sustainable development in Nigeria. At Julius Berger, we believe that innovation is not merely an option; it is a responsibility we owe to the future of infrastructure and to the communities we serve.

“At Julius Berger Nigeria Plc, innovation is at the heart of everything. From pioneering cold recycling technology for more sustainable road construction, to deploying advanced digital tools in project management and engineering design, to setting benchmarks with ISO 9001 quality assurance standards and ISO 45001 occupational safety practices, the company has consistently raised the bar in Nigeria’s construction landscape.”