| # | Company | Employees |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
UBA Groupubagroup.com
Leading financial institution in Africa, providing banking services to over 35 million customers through 1,000 branches across 20 countries Specializing in cross border payments, trade finance, and investment banking |
17,712 |
| 2 |
Jumia Groupgroup.jumia.com
Leading African e-commerce platform connecting consumers and sellers, providing logistics and payment solutions, empowering SMEs and job creation. |
12,642 |
| 3 |
Zenith Bank Plczenithbank.com
Global financial services provider with extensive branch network, innovative e-banking solutions, and strong presence in multiple countries. |
12,064 |
| 4 |
Guaranty Trustgtbank.com
Leading African banking franchise serving millions, offering innovative financial solutions, promoting accessibility, affordability, and community upliftment across multiple countries. |
10,133 |
| 5 |
Fidelity Bank PLCfidelitybank.ng
Universal financial institution providing comprehensive commercial, consumer, corporate, and investment banking services to the Nigerian market through diverse specialized financial product offerings. |
7,617 |
| 6 |
Stanbic IBTCstanbicibtc.com
A financial institution offering a wide range of services with over 200 locations nationwide, licensed by the Central Bank of Nigeria |
7,013 |
| 7 |
Wema Bank Plc.wemabank.com
A pioneering digital bank in Africa offering a range of retail, SME, corporate, treasury, trade, and advisory services with over 78 years of experience |
6,156 |
| 8 |
Nigerian Breweries Plcnbplc.com
pioneer largest brewing firm; produces markets beverages including lagers malt drinks from 11 breweries 2 malting plants across Nigeria |
5,982 |
| 9 |
Diamond Bank Plcdiamondbank.com
Leading Nigerian bank offering innovative retail banking services, leveraging advanced technology to deliver excellent customer service and grow asset base. |
4,237 |
| 10 |
Julius Berger Nigeria PLCjulius-berger.com
A leading construction provider in Nigeria, specializing in complex projects with technical expertise, innovation, and sustainability at the forefront |
4,118 |
| 11 |
The FMN Groupfmnplc.com
One of Nigeria's top food and agro-allied companies, producing the acclaimed Golden Penny brand; trading on the Nigerian Stock Exchange |
3,672 |
| 12 |
Jumia Nigeriajumia.com.ng
An e-commerce platform in Africa offering a wide range of goods and services through a marketplace, logistics service, and secure online payment solution |
3,415 |
| 13 |
Guinness Nigeriafooter.diageohorizon.com
Join the team at a renowned beverage corporation, focusing on promoting responsible drinking Ages 18 and above only |
2,999 |
| 14 |
FCMB Groupfcmbgroup.com
A financial services holding group with strategic interests in banking, consumer finance, investment management, investment banking, and financial technology |
2,647 |
| 15 |
Unity Bank Plczoom.us
Leader in Nigerian retail banking with a nationwide presence, focused on customer-centric services through electronic channels and a well-trained workforce |
2,609 |
| 16 |
Wema Bank Plcwemabank.com
A Nigerian financial services brand offering a wide range of banking and financial advisory services, known for resilience and longevity |
2,417 |
| 17 |
Oando Plcoandoplc.com
Provides comprehensive energy solutions across Africa, listed on Nigerian and Johannesburg Stock Exchanges, emphasizing teamwork, respect, integrity, passion, professionalism. |
1,753 |
| 18 |
DANGOTE SUGAR REFINERY PLCsugar.dangote.com
A leading sugar refining brand in Nigeria, with the largest facility in Sub-Saharan Africa, focusing on production, distribution, and self-sufficiency in sugar |
1,684 |
| 19 |
Seplat Energy Plcseplatenergy.com
Leading indigenous energy player in Nigeria listed on LSE and NSE, focusing on growth through divestment opportunities, farm-ins, and licensing rounds |
1,636 |
| 20 |
AXA Mansardaxamansard.com
The company offers a range of products including insurance, health, savings, and investment to safeguard what matters most to individuals |
1,418 |
| 21 |
DANGOTE GROUPdangote.com
A diversified business conglomerate in Africa, specializing in manufacturing and refining products such as cement, sugar, salt, flour, and pasta |
1,396 |
| 22 |
International Breweries Plcinternationalbreweriesplc.com
Producer of popular beer brands in Nigeria, part of the world's largest brewer, with a focus on responsible drinking and quality ingredients |
1,314 |
| 23 |
BUA Groupbuagroup.com
A prominent Nigerian conglomerate with investments in Foods and Infrastructure sectors, headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria |
1,193 |
| 24 |
Cadbury Nigeria PLC.mondelezinternational.com
A leading producer of beloved Cadbury-branded products in Nigeria, sourcing cocoa beans locally and providing employment opportunities for over 780 people |
1,096 |
| 25 |
nahcoaviancenahcoaviance.com
A leading player in ground handling services in Nigeria's aviation industry, with diversified investments in energy, logistics, and Free Trade Zone development |
1,061 |
| 26 |
Cornerstone Insurance Plccornerstone.com.ng
An insurance provider offering a wide range of insurance products including motor vehicle, aviation, marine, and life insurance with a focus on customer satisfaction and professionalism |
955 |
| 27 |
Fidson Healthcare Plcfidson.com
Leading pharmaceutical manufacturer in Nigeria since 1995, shaping industry landscape through innovation, excellence, and core values of integrity and ownership |
938 |
| 28 |
FrieslandCampina WAMCO Nigeria PLCfrieslandcampina.com.ng
A multinational manufacturing affiliate specializing in dairy products with a wide distribution network and a focus on innovation and quality excellence |
859 |
| 29 |
SIFAX Groupsifaxgroup.com
An African multinational corporation with diverse operations in maritime, aviation, logistics, oil & gas, and hospitality sectors through various subsidiaries |
836 |
| 30 |
Jaiz Bank Plcjaizbankplc.com
A pioneer Non-Interest Bank in Nigeria providing ethical financial services to individuals, corporate, and government entities since 2012 |
813 |
| 31 |
Honeywell Flour Mills Plchoneywellflour.com
A leading flour milling company in Nigeria, known for producing high-quality flour, wheat-based products, noodles, pasta, and composite flour |
809 |
| 32 |
Ardova Plcardovaplc.com
Integrated energy company marketing petroleum products for automobile, industrial, aviation, and marine markets |
739 |
| 33 |
MRS Oil Nigeria Plcmrsholdings.com
Aiming to become the top African energy provider, known for its emphasis on people, excellence, and values |
681 |
| 34 |
C&I Leasing Plcc-ileasing.com
A leading provider of equipment leasing, fleet management, personnel outsourcing, and marine services, with operations in Nigeria, UAE, and Ghana |
657 |
| 35 |
Skyway Aviation handling company Plc (SAHCO)sahcoplc.com
A provider of aviation ground handling services in Nigeria, ensuring efficient and safe ramp, passenger, and cargo operations at major airports |
653 |
| 36 |
CWG PLCcwg-plc.com
Pan-African IT services provider offering communications, integration, infrastructure, cloud, and software services with a focus on excellence and innovation |
633 |
| 37 |
Seplat Petroleum Development Company Plclinktr.ee
A leading indigenous Nigerian oil and gas exploration and production company focused on Nigeria, listed on both the London and Nigerian stock exchanges |
621 |
| 38 |
BUA Cement Plc.buacement.com
A leading cement producer in Nigeria with a total capacity of 11 million mtpa and a market capitalization of N118 trillion |
599 |
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