Nigerian Breweries Plc (NB Plc) is the first and biggest brewing company in Nigeria, which was established in 1946. It has an unmatched legacy of excellence, quality, and brand leadership.
NB Plc has been listed on the Nigerian Stock Exchange since 1973, and is now a subsidiary of Heineken N.V which is one of the world’s leading brewers and is headquartered in the Netherlands.
NB Plc was the first company to introduce Star Lager, Nigeria’s first indigenously brewed beer. From then, they have expanded to a wide portfolio of both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
Nigerian Breweries is known for its innovative and sustainable business practices, and its community brand development. Nigerian Breweries still leads the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector in Nigeria and continues to set standards for operational excellence and brand trust.
Nigerian Breweries Plc Company History
Company Overview
- Founded: 1946
- Head Office: Lagos, Nigeria
- Parent Company: Heineken N.V.
- Number of Breweries: 10 across Nigeria
- Core Products: Beer, malt drinks, soft drinks, energy drinks, and table water
Nigerian Breweries Plc, the pioneer and largest brewing company in Nigeria, was incorporated in 1946 as Nigerian Brewery Limited. Its first product, Star Lager Beer, rolled off the Lagos Brewery line in 1949. Over the decades, the company expanded significantly:
- 1957–1982: Commissioned breweries in Aba, Kaduna, and Ibadan.
- 1990: Renamed to Nigerian Breweries Plc following the Companies and Allied Matters Act.
- 1993–2008: Expanded with a fifth brewery in Enugu, launched Ama Brewery in Enugu State (2003), and added a modern malting plant in Aba (2008).
- 2011–2012: Acquired and merged with Sona Systems (with breweries in Ota and Kaduna) and Life Breweries (Onitsha), gaining a new malting plant in Kaduna.
- 2014: Merged with Consolidated Breweries Plc, adding breweries in Ijebu-Ode, Awo-Omamma, and Makurdi, which became distribution centers alongside Onitsha.
Today, Nigerian Breweries operates nine fully functional breweries and two malting plants, with a vast distribution and sales network across Nigeria.
Brand Portfolio
The company has built a strong brand lineup over the years:
- Star Lager (1949), Gulder (1970), Maltina (1976), Legend Stout (1992), Amstel Malta (1994), Heineken (re-launched in 1998)
- Added newer products like Fayrouz, Climax, Goldberg, Malta Gold, Life Continental, Star Lite, Star Radler, “33” Export, Turbo King, Hi Malt, Ace RtD, and Tiger Lager (2018)
Careers and Recruitment at Nigerian Breweries
Nigerian Breweries offers exciting opportunities for graduates, professionals, and technical experts in:
- Engineering & Production
- Sales & Marketing
- Supply Chain & Logistics
- Finance, HR & Admin
- Information Technology
How to Apply:
- Visit the official career portal: https://www.nbplc.com/careers/
- Follow updates on LinkedIn and NG job boards
- Graduate trainee and internship programs open yearly
NB Plc is known for its inclusive work culture, competitive salaries, and employee development programs.
Contact Nigerian Breweries Plc
HEAD OFFICE:
Address:
Iganmu House, Abebe Village Road, Iganmu, Lagos State Nigeria
Phone:
0800-600-0000
0700-825-586-6275
Email:
Consumercare@nbplc.com
nbcustomerservice@Heineken.com
Website:
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