IHS Nigeria, NCMM to renovate national Museum Lagos

IHS Nigeria, a subsidiary of IHS Holding Limited (NYSE: IHS) and one of the world’s largest independent tower infrastructure companies, has partnered with the National Commission for Museums and Monuments (NCMM) to renovate and upgrade key facilities at the National Museum in Lagos.

The project was officially commissioned on Saturday, 11 April 2026, by the Honourable Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa. It represents a significant investment in restoring Nigeria’s cultural heritage while modernising the historic museum complex.

The renovation has transformed the aesthetic appeal of the museum site, with extensive work carried out on the main gallery. Improvements include the installation of modern display and lighting systems, air-conditioning units, a solar inverter system for better energy efficiency, and surveillance cameras to enhance safety and security.

These physical upgrades build on IHS Nigeria’s earlier sponsorship of the museum’s digitisation efforts, which led to the launch of Nigeria’s first digital museum of antiquities at www.museum.ng.
Speaking at the commissioning, Mohamad Darwish, CEO of IHS Nigeria, said the company was motivated by the rich historical and cultural treasures housed in the museum.

“Having seen the rich historical and cultural heritage housed in this national museum complex, we believed it was important to go a step further to also improve the aesthetics, security and structural integrity of the main physical complex,” Darwish stated.

“This aligns with our broader commitment to sustainable infrastructure development and the preservation of Nigeria’s history. I am proud of these renovations and that visitors, including tourists, researchers and art enthusiasts, can visit the museum to be immersed in Nigeria’s rich history in an environment that is safe, beautiful and welcoming.

“The artifacts can also now be better preserved, protected and presented in a way that celebrates the history they represent. I thank the National Commission for Museums and Monuments for this ongoing partnership which continues to exemplify the power of a collaborative effort in driving innovation, fostering national pride, and enhancing the creative economy.”

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Olugbile Holloway, Director General of the National Commission for Museums and Monuments, expressed deep appreciation for the support.
“On behalf of the National Commission for Museums and Monuments, I wish to express our deepest gratitude to IHS Nigeria for their generous support of the restoration of the National Museum, Lagos,” Holloway said.

“This landmark gesture goes far beyond bricks and mortar — it is a profound commitment to preserving the soul of our nation. The National Museum Lagos is home to some of Nigeria’s most treasured antiquities, from the ancient terracotta of the Nok civilization to the magnificent bronzes of the Benin Kingdom and the classical works of Ife.

“To restore this institution is to restore our collective memory. We thank IHS Nigeria for choosing to renew not just infrastructure, but the heritage, identity, and the hope of our people. Their support ensures that generations of Nigerians yet unborn will walk through these halls and encounter the full greatness of who we are and where we come from.”

The initiative underscores growing private sector involvement in Nigeria’s cultural sector and aligns with efforts to promote tourism, education, and the creative economy. The National Museum Lagos remains one of the country’s most important repositories of cultural artefacts, showcasing Nigeria’s diverse historical legacy.