Coleman Technical Industries Limited (CTIL) celebrated its 50th anniversary in Sagamu, Ogun State, and launched a 9 million-kilometre fibre optic factory, marking Africa’s largest facility of its kind.
Managing Director, George Onafowokan, said years of planning, bold risk-taking, and strategic growth enabled the project.
Coleman Launch Landmark Fibre
Consequently, the factory represents the culmination of his leadership vision.
Initially, Coleman operated a 200-square-metre site in Idimu, but over the years, the company expanded to over 400,000 square metres across Arepo and Sagamu.
Industrial Growth & Job Creation
Furthermore, the new Sagamu plant integrates copper and aluminium smelting lines, producing 10,000 and 3,000 tonnes monthly, and creates jobs while strengthening local industries.
Onafowokan emphasised that the factory boosts telecoms, oil, gas, and power sectors, while advancing Nigeria’s digital and manufacturing growth.
With government support, he believes Coleman can achieve a ₦15 trillion (£10 billion) revenue target through exports and local sales.
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As Chairman of the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (Ogun Chapter), he urged the Federal Government to approve the 2025 Fiscal Measuring Policy promptly.
He explained that the policy clarifies tax incentives, improves credit access, and encourages local sourcing of industrial raw materials.
Moreover, Coleman has applied for Free Trade Zone status to enhance competitiveness and expand its export capacity across Africa.
Scaling Nigeria’s Digital Future
Representing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Minister Jumoke Oduwole praised Coleman, calling the plant “the lifeline of Nigeria’s digital economy.”
She further encouraged the company to scale ‘Made in Nigeria’ globally, reinforcing national industrial ambitions.
Meanwhile, Minister Bosun Tijani announced a federal partnership with Coleman to deploy 90,000 kilometres of fibre cables nationwide.
Supported by a $500 million World Bank investment, the project will train youth and expand digital access across Nigeria.
Ultimately, Coleman’s story demonstrates resilience, innovation, and Nigeria’s determination to lead Africa’s digital and manufacturing transformation.
