Dangote Cement rolls out CSR schemes for Gboko communities

The Dangote Cement Plc in Gboko, Benue State, has scaled up its social responsibility schemes for its host communities

However,this was contained in  a statement from its Branding and Corporate Communications Department

The company highlighted its expanded interventions as part of the company’s observance of Global Sustainability Week.

Accordingly,the statement said that the “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,”

Furthermore,the statement added that beyond the annual Sustainability Week initiatives, which include medical and charity outreach programs, the Sustainability Champions in Gboko serve as role models for students, making a positive impact on their lives.

It was also reported that the  company engages students through environment clubs established in local schools during World Environment Day, which are used for educational and engagement sessions.

The statement emphasised that
empowering women remains a key focus of the company’s programs in the community,

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

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

While the Head , Sustainability at Dangote Cement Plc, Dr. Igazeuma Okoroba had said the manufacturing giant was committed to sustainability, adding that this year’s sustainability afforded the Cement Company another opportunity “to demonstrate our love for humanity by sharing our sustainability message and showing support to the residents of our host communities.”