Mandilas Restates Commitment To Nigeria Devt

Mandilas Group has restated its commitment to the development of the Nigerian economy as one of the oldest companies sparkled the Yuletide season with a world-class concert.

The executive vice chairman, Mandilas Trust Co. Limited,  Ola Ayo-Adeloye, said Mandilas has been a positive force in Nigeria’s history over the past seven and half decades and it would continue to reflect the resilience, diversity and ambition that define the Nigerian dream.

Ayo-Adeloye, who is also vice chairman, Mandilas Group Limited, spoke at 2025 Muson-Mandilas Christmas Concert jointly organised by Mandilas Group and the Musical Society of Nigeria (MUSON) in Lagos.

The Yuletide season came alive as the MUSON Choir and Orchestra joined the Mandilas Choir at an evening that carried special significance for Mandilas Group, which marked its 75th anniversarywith thanksgiving and a high-profile audience soothed by the joy of praises.

Ayo-Adeloye said this year’s concert was a symbolic celebration of Mandilas Group’s 75 years of operation in Nigeria, a milestone that’s both rare and deeply meaningful.

“Seventy-five years is not an easy feat. Many companies have not survived this environment for that long. It speaks directly to the resilience and commitment of Mandilas to Nigeria. We are a Nigerian company, and we aim to do excellent work. Over the years our commitment to Nigeria speaks for itself. The Nigerian customer market has been very good to us,” Ayo-Adeloye said.

She added that customer loyalty remains at the core of the brand’s identity.

Reflecting on the company’s evolution, she described Mandilas as maturing like ‘fine wine’, noting that expectations from the public have grown alongside it. Without our customers, we would not be here. That is why, now at 75, we are reiterating our commitment to all our customers and Nigeria and we will continue for the next 75 years and beyond.

“Over the years, we have demonstrated reliability over and over again. Even during COVID, we didn’t lay off anyone, and we never missed paying salaries. People expect job security, and they want to know their employer has their back.”

She emphasised that beyond its corporate identity, Mandilas remains a family and community-oriented organisation, which aim not only to do profitable business but prioritise doing such in a sustainable and positively impactful way.

The collaboration between MUSON and Mandilas once again underscored their shared commitment to promoting artistic excellence in Lagos.

Mandilas Group, founded in 1950, has evolved from a small business to a leading player in its industry.