Lafarge Africa Plc has officially unveiled a new corporate identity and name, HBM Nigeria Plc, as part of its strategic transformation following changes in its shareholder structure.
The company said the rebranding marks a new phase in its corporate evolution and would not affect its operations, workforce, customers, shareholders or commitment to supporting Nigeria’s economic growth and infrastructure development.
Speaking at the unveiling, the Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Mr Lolu Alade-Akinyemi, said the new identity reflected the company’s vision for operational excellence, innovation, sustainability and long-term value creation.
“HBM Nigeria Plc represents an exciting new chapter in our journey as a leading building solutions company.
“While our corporate identity is evolving, our commitment to Nigeria remains unwavering. We remain focused on delivering quality cement, concrete, aggregates and innovative building solutions that support infrastructure development, housing growth and industrialisation,” he said.
Alade-Akinyemi said the transition to HBM Nigeria Plc would be implemented through a phased process across the company’s nationwide operations to ensure seamless business continuity.
He assured employees, customers, shareholders, investors, host communities and other stakeholders of sustained investments and continued efforts to create long-term economic and social value.
Also speaking, the Chairman of HBM Nigeria Plc, Mr Gbenga Oyebode, expressed appreciation to shareholders, the board, management and employees for their support during the transition.
He said the board was confident that the new corporate identity would strengthen stakeholder confidence and position the company for sustainable growth.
“We are confident that HBM Nigeria Plc will continue to create sustainable value for shareholders, strengthen stakeholder trust and deliver on its long-term ambitions,” Oyebode said.
The Minister of Works, Sen. Dave Umahi, commended the company for its contributions to infrastructure development in Nigeria.
Umahi said the company had remained a dependable partner in delivering major infrastructure projects across the country.
“I can talk about Lafarge for a whole day because we have come a long way. Though the company is very strict and of high integrity, I can say that their products are impeccable,” he said.
The unveiling was attended by the Deputy Governor of Cross River, Rt. Hon. Peter Odey; representatives of the governors of Lagos and Ogun States, Mr Adekunle Olayinka and Mr Tokunbo Talabi, respectively.
Traditional rulers from Cross River, Gombe and Ogun States, current and former board members, members of the company’s executive committee, industry leaders and other stakeholders also attended the event.
The company said the rollout of its new branding assets, operational integration and customer-facing communications would continue progressively across its operations to ensure a seamless transition for all stakeholders.
