Lafarge Africa Plc has officially completed its transition to HBM Nigeria Plc, marking a major corporate evolution under its parent entity, Huaxin Building Materials Group. The rebranding follows the strategic acquisition of the building solutions giant, uniting decades of domestic manufacturing heritage with a global industrial network.
Executive Overview
"HBM Nigeria Plc represents an exciting new chapter in our journey as a leading building solutions company. While our corporate identity is evolving, our commitment to Nigeria remains unwavering."
— Lolu Alade-Akinyemi, Group Managing Director & CEO
Operational Transformation & Key Assets
The transition establishes a direct industrial alignment with Wuhan-headquartered Huaxin Building Materials Group (founded in 1907), expanding technical capability while preserving local roots:
- Seamless Rebranding Rollout: Implementation is executing in structured phases across sales, logistics, and facilities nationwide to maintain supply continuity for major infrastructure and housing projects.
- Expanded Manufacturing Footprint: HBM Nigeria operates four integrated cement manufacturing plants across the country (Ewekoro and Sagamu in Ogun, Ashaka in Gombe, and Mfamosing in Cross River).
- Ready-Mix Network: Distribution hubs in Lagos, Abuja, and Port Harcourt support an installed production capacity of 10.5 million metric tonnes per annum.
Strategic Growth and Infrastructure Support
Nigerian Minister of Works David Umahi and regional leadership endorsed the transition, pointing to the company's long-standing role as a primary supplier of civil engineering materials. Listed on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX), HBM Nigeria Plc aims to leverage Huaxin's engineering expertise to boost operational efficiency, expand green building solutions, and speed up regional supply chain performance.
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