Sustainability: Dangote Cement Supports Communities, Orphanage in Kogi

Benjamin Orisemeke

Dangote Cement Plc, Obajana Plant, has carried out a series of community service and public awareness programmes as part of its activities for this year’s Sustainability Week in Kogi State.

Speaking, Dr. Eseosa Ighile, Head of the Sustainability Department at Dangote Cement Plc, Obajana, highlighted that the company was using Sustainability Week to engage with and support local communities through donations and outreach.

She said: “Obajana Sustainability Champions visited the Ministry of Mercy orphanage in Lokoja, providing essential supplies, food items, and spending quality time with the children and residents. The day was filled with fun activities, including games, and the orphanage management expressed their deep gratitude for our contributions.”

Dr. Ighille further emphasized that the initiative not only strengthened the company’s relationship with the orphanage but also boosted employee morale through active community service.

Engr. Azad Nawabuddin, Plant Director of Dangote Cement Plc, Obajana Plant, described the 2024 Sustainability Week as impactful, aligning with this year’s theme: SDG 11 – “Sustainable Cities and Communities.”

“This year’s celebration was packed with activities involving employee and stakeholder engagement, as well as charity outreach programs. Each day focused on a unique theme, engaging various stakeholders and delivering positive results,” Nawabuddin remarked.

In a statement from its Corporate Communications Department, the company explained that it used Sustainability Week to educate young people on climate change and health-related issues.

Dr. Igazeuma Okoroba, Head of Sustainability at Dangote Cement Plc, reaffirmed the company’s dedication to sustainability, stating that this year’s Sustainability Week provided another opportunity “to express our commitment to humanity by sharing our sustainability message and supporting the residents of our host communities.”