**Celebrating Partnerships that Make Lafarge Africa Stronger** In a colourful ceremony that brought together stakeholders from across Nigeria, Lafarge Africa Plc, a leading building solutions company, recently honoured its exceptional trade partners at the 2025 Customer & Transporter Awards. This annual event is a testament to the company's commitment to recognising and rewarding the invaluable contributions of its customers and transporters who play a crucial role in driving Lafarge Africa's growth. The ceremony, attended by top government officials, board members, and management staff of the company, was a celebration of the strong partnerships that have enabled Lafarge Africa to maintain its market leadership despite the challenges of the evolving economic landscape. The event highlighted the dedication, integrity, and resilience of Lafarge Africa's partners, who have ensured that the company's products reach every corner of the country. Among the winners were Elder Ubong Bassey Obot of Ubotex Nigeria Limited, who emerged as the National Volume Champion, and Igwe Cosmas Ezeumeh Chizoba of C.C. Umeh and Sons Limited and Chief Etim Effiong Okon of Batoframoje Enterprises, who secured the titles of first and second runners-up, respectively. These winners were rewarded with a range of prizes, including luxury vehicles and home appliances. The Group Managing Director/CEO of Lafarge Africa Plc, Lolu Alade-Akinyemi, expressed deep appreciation to the partners for their loyalty and commitment to the business. He noted that Lafarge Africa's growth story would be incomplete without its partners' market insights, trust, and consistent support. He emphasized that the company would continue to push boundaries in quality, innovation, and high performance, inspired by the strength of its partnerships. The 2025 Customer & Transporter Awards is a shining example of Lafarge Africa's commitment to rewarding excellence and fostering strong relationships with its partners. As the company continues to grow and thrive in Nigeria, it is clear that its partners will remain a vital part of its success story. In conclusion, the Lafarge Africa 2025 Customer & Transporter Awards is a celebration of the power of partnerships in driving business growth and success. By recognising and rewarding its exceptional trade partners, Lafarge Africa has demonstrated its commitment to building strong relationships that will continue to drive its growth and innovation in the years to come.