As part of expanding its corporate social responsibility, Lafarge Africa Plc has revealed a 20 km evacuation road in the Mfamosing Area of Cross River State.
The company, in a press release on Thursday, described the project as focused on improving safety, efficiency, and connection for its operations and the communities it serves.
The company explained that the new evacuation road is the result of years of careful planning, dedication, and cooperation between Lafarge Africa and its stakeholders, and it is meant to replace the outdated and unsafe equipment.
Speaking at the event, the Group Managing Director, Lolu Alade-Akinyemi, stated, “The introduction of the evacuation road is a proud moment for us and demonstrates our commitment to safety and efficiency.
“This project shows our dedication to bringing about positive change and creating lasting value for the communities we serve.”
He said that the journey to this moment was filled with challenges and setbacks, but through determination and resilience, the company developed a safer and more sustainable evacuation road to replace the outdated 58km narrow equipment road that posed safety risks and logistical challenges.
“As we celebrate this milestone today, let us not forget the impact that this road will have on the communities it serves – improving safety, enhancing connectivity, and driving economic growth. Let us continue to uphold the values of excellence, sustainability, and community development in all that we do. We achieved over a million man-hours in this project, with zero Lost Time Incidents, a testament to our unwavering commitment to safety and excellence,” he added.
In his remarks, the Chairman, Adebode Adefioye, said, “Today, we celebrate not only the completion of a vital piece of infrastructure but also a worthy example of our company’s unwavering commitment to community development and sustainable progress.”
He pointed out that the new road is a testament to the company’s shared vision, dedication, and perseverance, while highlighting the power of collaboration – between Lafarge Africa, government authorities, and the local community – in bringing about positive change.
Unveiling the road, the Governor of Cross River State, Bassey Otu, praised Lafarge for the successful completion of the project, specifically mentioning their support in creating an access road for members of the community.
He stressed that the unveiling of the road demonstrates Lafarge Africa’s commitment to infrastructural development and the welfare of its host communities.
Expressing similar sentiments, Etinyin Otu Asuquo Otu Mesembe, Traditional Ruler of Odukpani Traditional Council, expressed gratitude to Lafarge and commended them for making the evacuation road a reality.
