Lakunle Runsewe, the Chief Executive Officer of Stretford Hill Limited, has called for greater attention to safety, durability and maintenance in Nigeria's infrastructure development. He made the call during the 10th Sustainability Table Series, held at the Balmoral Convention Centre, Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos, on October 15 and 16, 2026.
Event Highlights and Company Participation
The event, themed “Leading the Sustainable Development Agenda: People, Planet, and Prosperity,” brought together policymakers, business leaders and sustainability stakeholders to discuss approaches to sustainable development. Stretford Hill participated as a partner and exhibitor, showcasing services in building construction, civil and structural engineering, project management, interior fit-outs and furnishing, specialised architectural metal works, fabrication and facilities support.
According to a statement from the company, Runsewe said infrastructure projects should be planned and constructed to meet present needs while remaining functional and secure over time. He said: “The true value of infrastructure is not measured by what we build alone, but by what it makes possible for people, businesses and communities.”
Commitment to Quality and Standards
Runsewe added that Nigeria must be deliberate about how it plans, constructs and maintains infrastructure, stressing the need to uphold safety and quality standards. “As Nigeria continues to develop, we must be deliberate about how we plan, construct and maintain our infrastructure. This means prioritising safety, ensuring durability and upholding the standards required to deliver structures that remain functional and secure over time. At Stretford Hill Limited, these principles guide our approach to delivering infrastructure that meets present needs and serves future generations,” he said.
The exhibition also provided an opportunity for discussions among industry stakeholders on construction practices and collaboration between the public and private sectors. The company's display highlighted its engineering and project management capabilities, drawing attention from attendees.
Company Background and Industry Context
Founded in 2013, Stretford Hill Limited is a Nigerian construction and infrastructure company that provides building construction, engineering, project management and facilities support services. The company said it is certified to the ISO 9001:2015 quality management standard.
Runsewe's comments come as the construction industry continues to feature in discussions about sustainable development, including the need for effective planning, efficient resource use and quality control throughout the lifespan of infrastructure projects. The call also follows recent federal government appeals to cement manufacturers to reduce prices, as reported earlier by Legit.ng, reflecting broader concerns about infrastructure costs and project delivery in Nigeria.
