CSR: Dangote Cement unveils community development initiatives in Benue community 

In a statement from its branding and corporate communications department, signed by Anthony Chiejina, Dangote Cement highlighted its expanded interventions as part of the company’s observance of global sustainability week.

“Dangote Cement Plc, Gboko is committed to addressing the impact of its activities and contributing to sustainable development through projects and initiatives that promote safe, inclusive, and sustainable communities,” the statement read.

The company also noted that beyond the annual sustainability week initiatives, which include medical and charity outreach programmes, the sustainability champions in Gboko served as role model for students, making a positive impact on their lives.
“The company engages students through environment clubs established in local schools during World Environment Day, which are used for educational and engagement sessions.

“Empowering women remains a key focus of the company’s programs in the community,” the statement added.

This year’s Sustainability Week was officially launched on Monday in Gboko by the Plant Director, Engr. Louis K. Raj, who emphasised that Dangote Cement is one of the most socially responsible companies in Nigeria.

According to the statement, several programmes were being implemented in Gboko communities to commemorate the week, including training in liquid soap and Vaseline production, school mentoring, medical outreach, and donations to orphanages, among other activities.

The statement quoted President of the Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, as encouraging businesses to adopt energy efficiency practices in light of the ongoing global climate crisis.