By Bashir Bello
…As Ogun Commends Cement Giant for Empowering Persons with Disabilities
Foremost Cement manufacturer, Dangote Cement Plc has reaffirmed its commitment to deepening community welfare through sustained social investment programmes in its host communities across Nigeria and pan-Africa.
Head of Dangote Cement Plc, Ibese Plant, Mr. Ayyagari Subbaraidu made the declaration when the Plant hosted elders and persons with disability within its 17 host communities during a programme tagged: “A Day Out with Senior Citizens”, held at the plant premises in Ibese, Ogun State.
Dangote cement Ibese restated its unwavering commitment to the development of communities within which it operates just as the Ogun State Government praised the management of the Company for its unwavering commitment to community well-being.
The Plant Director said the initiative is meant to enhance the emotional, social, and physical well-being of the elderly in the communities, adding that the programme now in its third year, addresses some of the challenges many elders face, including loneliness and limited social interaction, by providing a supportive environment for relaxation, connection, and free medical screenings.
Said he; “This annual event is specially curated to improve the social and emotional well-being of our senior citizens while offering essential medical checks and take-home items to support their quality of life,”
He explained that while ageing is a blessing, many elders experience loneliness and limited interaction, noting that the outreach serves as a platform for relaxation, bonding, and access to free health checks.
