# The 30 largest corporate groups and holding companies in Lagos

Tamtam tracks 36 corporate groups and holding companies headquartered in Lagos. This list ranks the 30 largest by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by Dangote Industries Limited, Ecobank Nigeria and Stanbic IBTC. Their median headcount is 836. Half of them were founded in 1988 or later.

These corporate groups and holding companies in Lagos include a significant number of large financial services firms. Ecobank Nigeria and Stanbic IBTC are banking institutions, while Leadway offers non-banking financial services like insurance and asset management. The list also features industrial conglomerates such as Dangote Industries Limited, a diversified business conglomerate providing essential products, and Nigerian Breweries Plc, a brewing firm.

A notable characteristic of these companies is their focus on core sectors of the Nigerian economy. Financial services and manufacturing are prominent, with several companies like FCMB Group and African Industries Group playing key roles. The presence of oil and gas companies such as Sahara Group and Seplat Energy Plc further highlights the diverse yet strategic economic activities concentrated in Lagos.

🇳🇬 Lagos · 30 companies · Updated Nov 11, 2026

| # | Company | Industry | Headquarters | Employees | Founded |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Dangote Industries Limited](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/dangote-industries-limited) (linkbio.co)<br>Diversified business conglomerate in Nigeria offering essential products like cement, sugar, flour, pasta, noodles, packaging materials, and salt refining | Consumer Goods | 🇳🇬 Lagos | 11,407 | 1978 |
| 2 | [Ecobank Nigeria](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ecobank-nigeria) (ecobank.com)<br>A regional banking institution in West Africa established to fill a vacuum left by foreign and state-owned banks, focusing on African private sector ownership | Financial Services | 🇳🇬 Lagos | 7,124 |  |
| 3 | [Stanbic IBTC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/stanbic-ibtc) (stanbicibtc.com)<br>A financial institution offering a wide range of services with over 200 locations nationwide, licensed by the Central Bank of Nigeria | Financial Services | 🇳🇬 Lagos | 7,013 |  |
| 4 | [Nigerian Breweries Plc](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/nigerian-breweries-plc) (nbplc.com)<br>pioneer largest brewing firm; produces markets beverages including lagers malt drinks from 11 breweries 2 malting plants across Nigeria | Food and Beverage Services | 🇳🇬 Lagos | 5,982 | 1946 |
| 5 | [Leadway](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/leadway) (one.leadway.com)<br>Provider of non-banking financial services in Nigeria, offering insurance, pension, health management, asset management, and other specialized financial solutions to individuals and corporations | Financial Services | 🇳🇬 Lagos | 5,310 | 1970 |
| 6 | [FCMB Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/fcmb-group) (fcmbgroup.com)<br>A financial services holding group with strategic interests in banking, consumer finance, investment management, investment banking, and financial technology | Financial Services | 🇳🇬 Lagos | 2,647 |  |
| 7 | [Sahara Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sahara-group) (sahara-group.com)<br>A leading international conglomerate in energy and infrastructure, with operations in over 42 countries, focusing on power generation, distribution, and sustainability | Oil and Gas | 🇳🇬 Lagos | 1,857 | 1996 |
| 8 | [Seplat Energy Plc](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/seplat-energy-plc) (seplatenergy.com)<br>Leading indigenous energy player in Nigeria listed on LSE and NSE, focusing on growth through divestment opportunities, farm-ins, and licensing rounds | Oil and Gas | 🇳🇬 Lagos | 1,636 | 2009 |
| 9 | [Tropical General Investments (TGI) Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/tropical-general-investments-tgi-group) (clicktgi.net)<br>A globally diversified investment group focusing on inclusive, value-added production of consumer goods, agricultural inputs, chemicals, homecare products, and pharmaceuticals | Manufacturing | 🇳🇬 Lagos | 1,479 |  |
| 10 | [DANGOTE GROUP](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/dangote-group) (dangote.com)<br>A diversified business conglomerate in Africa, specializing in manufacturing and refining products such as cement, sugar, salt, flour, and pasta | Renewables & Environment | 🇳🇬 Lagos | 1,396 | 1995 |
| 11 | [Workforce Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/workforce-group) (workforcegroup.com)<br>Consultants in Nigeria providing strategic solutions in areas such as HR, recruitment, training, and technology for organizations in diverse industries | Business Consulting and Services | 🇳🇬 Lagos | 1,255 | 2004 |
| 12 | [BUA Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bua-group) (buagroup.com)<br>A prominent Nigerian conglomerate with investments in Foods and Infrastructure sectors, headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria | Manufacturing | 🇳🇬 Lagos | 1,193 | 1988 |
| 13 | [African Industries Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/african-industries-group) (africanindustries.com)<br>A diversified conglomerate with 52 years of excellence in manufacturing, contributing to socio-economic growth and development in Nigeria | Manufacturing | 🇳🇬 Lagos | 1,148 |  |
| 14 | [nahcoaviance](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/nahcoaviance) (nahcoaviance.com)<br>A leading player in ground handling services in Nigeria's aviation industry, with diversified investments in energy, logistics, and Free Trade Zone development | Airlines and Aviation | 🇳🇬 Lagos | 1,061 | 1979 |
| 15 | [SIFAX Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sifax-group) (sifaxgroup.com)<br>An African multinational corporation with diverse operations in maritime, aviation, logistics, oil & gas, and hospitality sectors through various subsidiaries | Maritime | 🇳🇬 Lagos | 836 | 1988 |
| 16 | [Custodian Investment Plc](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/custodian-investment-plc) (linktr.ee)<br>A brand in Insurance, Trusteeship, and Pensions sectors, owning flagship subsidiaries approved by regulatory bodies in Nigeria Built on trust | Financial Services | 🇳🇬 Lagos | 718 | 1995 |
| 17 | [MRS Oil Nigeria Plc](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/mrs-oil-nigeria-plc) (mrsholdings.com)<br>Aiming to become the top African energy provider, known for its emphasis on people, excellence, and values | Oil and Gas | 🇳🇬 Lagos | 681 | 1995 |
| 18 | [C&I Leasing Plc](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/c-and-i-leasing-plc) (c-ileasing.com)<br>A leading provider of equipment leasing, fleet management, personnel outsourcing, and marine services, with operations in Nigeria, UAE, and Ghana | Outsourcing and Offshoring Consulting | 🇳🇬 Lagos | 657 | 1990 |
| 19 | [Matrix Energy](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/matrix-energy) (matrixenergygroup.com)<br>A leading integrated oil marketing and trading business based in Nigeria, with a growing presence in the downstream and logistics sector | Oil and Gas | 🇳🇬 Lagos | 643 | 2004 |
| 20 | [Royal Exchange Plc](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/royal-exchange-plc) (royalexchangeplc.com)<br>Established in 1921, the organization provides insurance, asset management, healthcare, and financial services through its subsidiaries in Nigeria | Insurance | 🇳🇬 Lagos | 544 | 1921 |
| 21 | [Fareast Mercantile Co Ltd](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/fareast-mercantile-co-ltd) (fmclgrp.com)<br>Leading group in Africa with a diverse portfolio of food, FMCG, and appliance brands, distributing products to cater to African consumers' needs | Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage | 🇳🇬 Lagos | 476 | 1890 |
| 22 | [Alpha Mead Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/alpha-mead-group) (alphamead.com)<br>Provider of complete real estate solutions across 10+ African countries, certified to ISO 9001:2015 standards by UKAS for quality assurance | Real Estate | 🇳🇬 Lagos | 456 | 2006 |
| 23 | [Tangerine Africa](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/tangerine-africa) (tangerine.africa)<br>Financially secure future is their goal Offering early access through their website for individuals seeking financial stability | Financial Services | 🇳🇬 Lagos | 455 | 2019 |
| 24 | [May & Baker Nigeria Plc.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/may-and-baker-nigeria-plc) (may-bakerng.com)<br>Nigeria's pioneer pharmaceutical business established in 1944, dedicated to enhancing quality of life for individuals at all stages | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 🇳🇬 Lagos | 418 | 1944 |
| 25 | [NEM Insurance PLC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/nem-insurance-plc) (nem-insurance.com)<br>A leading provider of non-life insurance solutions in Nigeria and the West African sub region, offering a wide range of products and services to safeguard assets | Insurance | 🇳🇬 Lagos | 400 | 1948 |
| 26 | [Orange Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/orange-group) (orangegroups.com)<br>Innovative FMCG in West Africa with a focus on pharmaceuticals, beverages, personal care, and fast moving consumer goods | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 🇳🇬 Lagos | 399 | 1988 |
| 27 | [ELALAN Construction Company Nigeria Ltd.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/elalan-construction-company-nigeria-ltd) (elalan.com)<br>A passionate industry leader dedicated to providing exceptional products and services, setting standards for quality, innovation, and exceeding customer expectations | Construction | 🇳🇬 Lagos | 385 | 1982 |
| 28 | [Consolidated Hallmark Insurance Plc](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/consolidated-hallmark-insurance-plc) (chiplc.com)<br>Licensed insurer listed on Nigerian Stock Exchange with experienced board of directors from oil, manufacturing, and financial services sectors | Insurance | 🇳🇬 Lagos | 358 |  |
| 29 | [Deekay Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/deekay-group) (deekaygroup.com)<br>A leading importer of various finished goods into Nigeria with a rich legacy, offering a diverse portfolio and ensuring timely sourcing and quality | Manufacturing | 🇳🇬 Lagos | 352 | 1972 |
| 30 | [SUJIMOTO GROUP](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sujimoto-group) (sujimotonig.com)<br>Specializing in luxury real estate development, offering construction services, facility management, and integrated solutions with a focus on excellence and innovative methods | Real Estate | 🇳🇬 Lagos | 341 |  |

## How this list is built

Every company on this list has a Tamtam company profile. The industry is the one the company gives on LinkedIn; categories such as SaaS or fintech are classified by Tamtam's AI from the company's website and LinkedIn page; and the headquarters city must match the company's own address. Companies are ranked by the number of employees on LinkedIn, and the list is refreshed every night. Classifications can be wrong, so treat the list as a starting point rather than an official ranking. Last updated Nov 11, 2026.

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