By Omodele Adigun
Leading innovative and sustainable building solutions company, Lafarge Africa Plc has released its 2022 Sustainability Report.
This comprehensive report highlights the company’s unwavering dedication to sustainability and showcases its commitment to fostering a better future for both people and the planet. The report details Lafarge Africa’s remarkable progress and significant achievements across its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives during the period spanning 1st January 2022 to 31 December 2022.
Since the inception of the sustainability reporting journey in 2015, Lafarge Africa Plc has remained steadfast in its commitment to transparency and accountability.
This commitment has not only bolstered stakeholder confidence but has also resulted in several recognitions and awards including the prestigious 2022 NGX Made of Africa Award for sustainability Reporting, affirming the company’s leading role in driving sustainable development in Nigeria. “I am delighted to present Lafarge Africa Plc’s latest Sustainability Report, highlighting our steadfast commitment to sustainability and our ongoing journey towards a greener future,” said Prince Adebode Adefioye, Chairman of Lafarge Africa Plc.
“The theme of this report, ‘Shaping a Greener Future through Innovation and Collaboration,’ encapsulates our dedication to fostering positive environmental and social impacts while upholding strong governance practices.” The report emphasizes Lafarge Africa’s exemplary performance across its four sustainability pillars, namely Climate and Energy, Circular Economy, Nature, and People, underscoring the company’s comprehensive approach to sustainable business practices.
“We truly believe that sustainable practices are critical for delivering shared value and building a resilient future, particularly in the light of the challenging business environment we find ourselves in,” stated Lolu Alade-Akinyemi, GMD/CEO, Lafarge Africa Plc. “With the unwavering support and collaborative efforts of our shareholders, employees, customers, and communities, we were able to innovate in the areas of manufacturing, supply chain and service delivery to create value for all our stakeholders while preserving our planet for the future generations. Our 2022 Sustainability Report highlights the milestones we have achieved on this journey.”