Lafarge Africa Plc, a front-runner in innovative and sustainable building solutions, has once again underscored its commitment to fostering sustainable business practices and nurturing corporate citizenship in Nigeria, marking its 2023 Community Day with a resounding showcase of impactful Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) projects across its operational hubs.
Amidst vibrant celebrations, Lafarge Africa unveiled an array of CSR initiatives meticulously tailored to meet specific needs within host communities in Ashaka, Gombe State, Mfamosing, Cross River State, and Ewekoro, Ogun State, echoing the company’s steadfast commitment to sustainable business practices.
In Ashaka, Gombe State, the company initiated a groundbreaking school infrastructure project, complemented by agricultural ecology initiatives benefiting community farmers. Additionally, Lafarge Africa collaborated with NAERLS, ABU, Zaria, to establish demonstration farms and conduct sensitization programs, while extending scholarships and support schemes for educational development.
The community also received vital food palliatives, scholarships, and infrastructure enhancements, including solar borehole drilling and road rehabilitation, demonstrating Lafarge Africa’s holistic approach to community upliftment.
In Mfamosing, Cross Rivers State, the commissioning of the Solar Street Lights project and various educational support schemes showcased Lafarge Africa’s commitment to education, healthcare enhancements, and community infrastructure development, emphasizing the company’s comprehensive approach to community progress.
Similarly, in Ewekoro, Ogun State, Lafarge Africa spearheaded transformative projects, including road construction, electrification services, skills empowerment, and substantial contributions to education and healthcare infrastructures, empowering the community for sustainable growth.
Esteemed government officials, community leaders, and residents lauded Lafarge Africa’s unwavering dedication to community development. Mr. Peter Odey, the Deputy Governor of Cross Rivers State, praised Lafarge Africa’s consistent commitment to sustainable community development, expressing the government’s support for such initiatives.
Prince Bola Awesu, a community leader in Ewekoro, highlighted Lafarge Africa’s significant contributions, emphasizing the long-term positive impact on the community’s well-being, especially in healthcare, education, and infrastructure.
Lolu Alade-Akinyemi, Managing Director/CEO of Lafarge Africa Plc., reiterated the company’s core values, emphasizing community engagement as a vital aspect of sustainability.
“At Lafarge Africa, community engagement is more than an obligation; it’s ingrained in our sustainability values. Our annual Community Day Celebration reflects our dedication to fostering sustainable development in our host communities.”
Alade-Akinyemi expressed gratitude to various stakeholders and reaffirmed Lafarge Africa’s commitment to fostering an enabling environment for sustainable growth.
