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Julius Berger Nigeria Plc has been entrusted with the construction of the new Armed Forces Headquarters Complex in Asokoro, Abuja. At the recent groundbreaking ceremony, the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Gwabin Musa, emphasised the deliberate choice of Julius Berger for this vital project, citing the company’s history of efficiency and reliability in executing sensitive undertakings.
=General Musa highlighted the pressing need for the new complex, stating that the current headquarters in Garki, Area 10, originally intended as a temporary location, has become grossly inadequate. “The location of the new complex, surrounded by the Mpape and Asokoro Rocks, offers enhanced security and functionality,” he explained. Commending Julius Berger’s excellence, he noted, “We engaged Julius Berger not just because they come highly recommended, but because they have a proven record of delivering sensitive projects efficiently and on schedule.”
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu also praised the military’s dedication and resilience, acknowledging their unrelenting efforts in combating insurgency. Encouraging the Armed Forces, Tinubu said, “You have never lost a war before, and you will win this war.” He challenged stakeholders to ensure that the first phase of the project is completed before the end of his administration, declaring, “This must be a priority, and work must start immediately.”
Julius Berger’s Managing Director, Engr. Dr. Peer Lubasch, expressed gratitude for the opportunity to deliver such a monumental project. “For 60 years, we have been entrusted with Nigeria’s priority infrastructure, and for 60 years, we have delivered with reliability, integrity, and professionalism,” he said. Lubasch assured Nigerians of Julius Berger’s commitment to exceeding expectations in constructing a state-of-the-art facility that would symbolize national pride and bolster the operational efficiency of the Armed Forces.
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The complex, designed to accommodate over 3,000 personnel, will feature four interconnected buildings with a gross floor area exceeding 100,000 m². It will include offices, operational centers, libraries, gyms, canteens, and a 1,500-capacity conference hall, all tailored to meet the dynamic security needs of Nigeria.
Lubasch commended President Tinubu for his patriotic leadership and reforms, including measures to combat insecurity, increase the minimum wage, and improve critical infrastructure. He added, “Your leadership has been instrumental to this project, and we are deeply honored to play a role in it.”
The event was attended by top officials, including the Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar; the Minister of Information, Mohammed Idris Malagi; Service Chiefs; the Inspector-General of Police; and heads of other security and intelligence agencies.
Julius Berger’s commitment to excellence promises a world-class facility that will enhance the Armed Forces’ capacity to safeguard Nigeria’s sovereignty and security.
