Industry News & Government Engagement

We were pleased to host Mr. Obaro Odeghe, Executive Director, Wholesale Banking at FCMB, at Coleman Wires and Cables. The visit enabled insightful discussions around strategic partnerships, financial innovation, and the critical role strong banking support plays in accelerating sustainable growth within Nigeria’s manufacturing sector. Such engagements reinforce the importance of collaboration between financial institutions and manufacturers in building resilient, future-ready industries. At Coleman Wires and Cables, we value FCMB’s continued engagement and shared commitment to supporting industrial development, local capacity expansion, and long-term economic progress in Nigeria. We look forward to strengthening this partnership as we continue to drive innovation and growth across the manufacturing value chain.

It was a pleasure hosting Mr. Olufemi Bakre, Managing Director of Parallex Bank, at Coleman Wires and Cables. The visit provided an opportunity for meaningful conversations around collaboration, innovation, and shared goals within Nigeria’s evolving financial and industrial landscape. Engagements like this go beyond courtesy visits they reinforce the importance of strong partnerships in driving long-term growth and economic progress. At Coleman Wires and Cables, we value relationships that are built on mutual trust, strategic alignment, and a shared commitment to national development. Interactions with forward-thinking financial institutions such as Parallex Bank highlight the role of collaboration in supporting local manufacturing, expanding capacity, and strengthening Nigeria’s business ecosystem. We look forward to continued engagement and partnerships that contribute to sustainable growth and value creation across industries.

Coleman Wires and Cables was pleased to host Oluwole Ajimisinmi, Deputy Managing Director of Wema Bank, in a strategic engagement focused on shared values of resilience, innovation, and long-term value creation. The visit highlighted Wema Bank’s deep understanding of the manufacturing ecosystem and its role in supporting businesses with forward-thinking financial solutions. It also reinforced Coleman’s commitment to building strong partnerships that drive industrial growth and national development. As Nigeria continues to expand its industrial and infrastructure capacity, collaborations like these are critical in aligning financial institutions with manufacturers who are shaping the country’s future. Coleman looks forward to continued engagement with Wema Bank and other partners to strengthen Nigeria’s manufacturing sector and support the nation’s long-term progress.

Coleman Wires and Cables recently hosted Dr. Emmanuel Efe Emefienim, CON, FCIB, Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Premium Trust Bank, for a strategic engagement focused on strengthening partnerships that support Nigeria’s manufacturing sector. The visit reflects a shared commitment to innovation, operational excellence, and long-term industrial growth. Discussions highlighted the critical role both institutions play in powering businesses, enabling infrastructure development, and supporting sustainable economic progress across the country. As a leading indigenous manufacturer, Coleman continues to prioritize collaborations that align financial support with production capacity. Such partnerships are essential in enabling manufacturers to scale efficiently, compete globally, and contribute meaningfully to national development objectives. At Coleman, we remain committed to building strategic relationships that strengthen local manufacturing, support industrial resilience, and advance Nigeria’s economic future.  

Coleman Wires and Cables was honoured to welcome Mr. Roosevelt Ogbonna, Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Access Bank Plc, on a courtesy visit to our facilities. The visit reflects a shared commitment to supporting Nigeria’s industrial growth through strong financial partnerships, the advancement of local manufacturing, and sustained investment in long-term infrastructure development. Engagements during the visit highlighted the critical role collaboration between manufacturers and financial institutions plays in enabling economic resilience and national progress. As a leading indigenous manufacturer, Coleman continues to focus on building and expanding capacity that supports reliable power distribution for homes, industries, and critical infrastructure across Nigeria and the wider region. At Coleman, we remain steadfast in our mission to power progress through quality manufacturing, strategic partnerships, and a long-term commitment to Nigeria’s development.

Coleman Wires and Cables was pleased to host Tosin Adewuyi, Executive Director, Corporate Banking at UBA Nigeria Plc, on a courtesy visit to our facilities. The visit provided an opportunity for constructive engagement focused on strategic partnership, innovation, and the continued development of Nigeria’s industrial and infrastructure ecosystem. Discussions underscored the importance of collaboration between leading financial institutions and manufacturers in supporting capacity expansion, driving operational excellence, and enabling sustainable economic growth. As a leading indigenous manufacturer, Coleman remains committed to investing in local production capabilities, advanced technology, and human capital to meet Nigeria’s growing infrastructure needs. Strong, long-term relationships with reputable financial institutions such as UBA are central to these efforts and to the delivery of resilient, world-class infrastructure solutions. At Coleman, we continue to strengthen partnerships that support national development objectives, reinforce local manufacturing, and contribute meaningfully to industrial progress across Nigeria and the wider West African region.

We were honoured to welcome Babajide Okuntola, Deputy Managing Director of GTBank, on a courtesy visit to Coleman Wires and Cables. The visit reflects a strong alignment of shared values excellence, innovation, and a long-term commitment to Nigeria’s industrial development. It also underscores the growing confidence that leading financial institutions place in Coleman’s vision, operational strength, and track record of performance. Discussions during the visit highlighted the importance of collaboration between the manufacturing and financial sectors in driving sustainable economic growth. Such partnerships are critical to expanding local manufacturing capacity, strengthening supply chains, and accelerating infrastructure development. At Coleman, we remain firmly focused on deepening strategic partnerships that enable industrial expansion, support homegrown manufacturing, and contribute to the delivery of world-class infrastructure across West Africa. This visit further reinforces our commitment to building enduring relationships that power progress and support Nigeria’s journey toward industrial excellence.

A key highlight from last week’s NSE Conference 2025 was the recognition of Coleman Technical Industries Limited with an award celebrating our impact on Nigeria’s engineering landscape and our continued contribution to engineering excellence and industry development. This recognition reflects years of consistent effort by our teams, who work every day to deliver reliable, high-quality cable solutions that meet national and international standards. From power and telecommunications to industrial and infrastructure projects, Coleman remains committed to supporting critical systems that drive economic growth across Nigeria. Beyond products, the award acknowledges Coleman’s role in advancing local manufacturing capacity, developing technical skills, and strengthening Nigeria’s industrial ecosystem. By investing in people, processes, and innovation, we continue to support sustainable engineering solutions built locally for local and regional needs. We are proud of how far Nigeria’s engineering community has come and honoured to be recognized among its contributors. This award further strengthens our resolve to play an active role in shaping the future of engineering, infrastructure, and industry development in Nigeria. As we move forward, Coleman remains focused on excellence, reliability, and the responsibility that comes with building solutions that power progress.

With over 15 years of transformative leadership, Engr. George Onafowokan, FNSE, has positioned Coleman Wires and Cables as a world-class manufacturer, expanding production across copper, aluminium, and fibre-optic cables to support large-scale industrial and infrastructure development.   Through strategic investment, operational excellence, and workforce development, Coleman has delivered sustainable industrial growth while creating jobs and strengthening Nigeria’s manufacturing capacity. As a longstanding Bank of Industry (BOI) supported enterprise, Coleman exemplifies BOI’s commitment to powering Nigeria’s industrial transformation and enabling businesses that drive economic growth.

Coleman Technical Industries Limited (CTIL) made a remarkable impact at the 2025 Association of Telecommunications Companies of Nigeria (ATCON) Minister Regulator & Telecom Executives Forum, where industry leaders gathered to shape the future of Nigeria’s digital economy. Our MD/CEO, Engr. George Onafowokan, FNSE, participated actively in high-level conversations focused on strengthening collaboration across policy, regulation, and private-sector innovation. During the forum, he shared forward-thinking insights on how deeper alignment among key stakeholders can accelerate national connectivity and enhance Nigeria’s digital infrastructure. Celebrating Excellence and Leadership The event was not only a platform for dialogue, it was also a moment of recognition. Coleman was honoured with the Telecoms Excellence Award, acknowledging our outstanding contribution to the nation’s telecoms and digital ecosystem.In addition, our MD/CEO received the prestigious Digital Luminary Award (Platinum Category) for his exceptional leadership and impactful contributions to the growth of Nigeria’s digital economy. Our Commitment to Nigeria’s Digital Future As a trusted backbone in Nigeria’s connectivity landscape, Coleman remains steadfast in delivering reliable, innovative, and locally manufactured solutions that power the country’s digital advancement. We will continue to invest, collaborate, and lead ensuring that Nigeria’s digital future is built on strong, sustainable infrastructure.