Mr. Uwanabo Christian

Mr. Uwanabo Christian is a seasoned professional currently serving as the Human Resources Manager at Dantata & Sawoe Construction Company Nigeria Limited. With a distinguished career spanning over 20 years at the organization, he brings a deep, cross-functional understanding of the company's internal operations, risks, and human capital strategy.

Dantata & Sawoe Construction Company Nigeria Limited is a premier, 100% indigenous Nigerian construction firm that recently celebrated its landmark 50th anniversary. The company specializes in large-scale civil engineering works, critical infrastructure development, buildings, roads, bridges, and dams across Nigeria.

Throughout his over two decades of dedicated service at Dantata & Sawoe Construction Company, Mr. Uwanabo has accumulated diverse experience by working across core operational arms of the organization. His work in the Internal Audit Department provided foundational expertise in risk management, compliance, and internal controls. He later transitioned to strategic human capital management in the Human Resources Department, rising to lead the department.

As the Human Resources Manager, Mr. Uwanabo oversees the day-to-day human resources operations and strategic management of a robust workforce of over 1,300 employees distributed across various project locations nationwide. Working collaboratively with a team of senior HR officers, his core areas of execution include management advisory, talent management, leadership and conflict resolution, and pension supervision.

He serves as a strategic advisor to executive management on employee relations, statutory compliance, and labor-related matters. He spearheads employee recruitment, compensation, welfare, strategic placement, training and development, performance evaluation, promotions and disciplinary processes.

He coordinates and supervises personnel, manages industrial disputes, and fosters a harmonious, productive work environment through active conflict management. He also directs the company's in-house pension management system, which is administered by dedicated officers under his direct supervision.