As part of its unwavering commitment to environmental preservation, Japan Tobacco International Nigeria, a member of Japan Tobacco International, celebrates this year’s World Clean-up Day, observed annually on 20th September.
The company restates its support for a greener environment as it believes the activities of corporate entities depend on the sustainability of the environment and societies in which they operate.
The company which has attained recognition for its leadership in corporate sustainability for climate change and water security ensures it contributes to the sustainability of the environment and society in line with the 2024 World Clean-up Day slogan, ‘Make Room For Life.’
The leading tobacco company which has invested over $42 million to make communities more inclusive and resilient pledged $600 million to Community Investment programmes by 2030, as part of its sustainability scheme globally.
Headed by Mr. Thomas Adams, JTI Nigeria champions and advocates a culture of excellence in its eco-friendly schemes committed to a cleaner and healthier environment.
The company has been recognised by Top Employer Institute as a Global Top Employer of choice in 2024 and for ten consecutive years.
With Adams as JTI Nigeria’s honcho, the company has achieved a high management standard with Commitment to Excellence, Innovation, and Equity, as enshrined in its principles as a Global Top Employer of Choice.
World Clean-up Day aims to create awareness of the mismanaged waste crisis by activating all spheres of society to participate in clean-up exercises, an initiative that has attracted the involvement of corporate organisations like Japan Tobacco International Nigeria.
With Commitment to Environmental Preservation, Pernod Ricard Nigeria Joins Global Efforts to Mark World Clean-up Day.
As part of celebrations to mark the day, Pernod Ricard Nigeria planted over 6,000 trees across Nigeria, eliminated single-use plastics, reduced her environmental impact through reusable and recyclable packaging, unboxing some of its brands, Jameson Irish Whisky, Chivas Regal and Imperial Blue Whisky by doing away with single bottle cartons to reduce waste, while applying five key principles: Rethink, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle and Respect to its operations.
According to the Group’s Nigeria’s Managing Director, Michael Ehindero, “We share a world of finite resources which is under huge pressure from mankind’s activities. At Pernod Ricard, we strive to minimize waste at every step by imagining, producing, and distributing our products and experiences in ways that optimize the use and promote preservation of natural resources. Our goal is to minimize environmental impact while creating better moments and positive interactions with our consumers.”
“We encourage everyone to join the cause and participate in World Clean-up Day activities within their communities. Together, we can contribute to creating a cleaner, healthier planet for present and future generations,” he further stated
