History & Responsibility
Seven decades of innovation, excellence, and trusted service to Nigeria
Our History
1943
1943
Chief John Basil Mandilas founded the company now known as Mandilas Group Limited.
1950
1950
Mandilas Group Limited became a fully incorporated company on May 12th, 1950.
1953
1953
Became Volkswagen's sole importer and distributor.
1955
1955
Secured exclusive rights to distribute Carrier Air Conditioners.
1971/72
1971/72
Established Norman Industries Limited. Manufacturing the first room air conditioner in Africa.
1973
1973
Established the Volkswagen assembly in Lagos, advancing Nigeria's industrialisation.
2003
2003
Accredited as a leading Toyota automobile dealer.
2012
2012
Introduced Quick Service Centers for automobile solutions.
2018
2018
Appointed the first African and woman as Group CEO.
2020
2020
Appointed importer and distributor for Carrier Transicold in Nigeria.
