Lafarge has been a major player in the Nigerian manufacturing sector since entering the market in Nigeria in 1972, when it embarked on the construction of a cement plant known today as Benue Cement Company, with an annual production capacity of 900,000 tonnes.
Lafarge expanded its activities in 1999, through a joint venture with former Blue Circle Industries Plc; the acquisition of West African Portland Cement Plc (WAPCO) as a result of taking over Blue Circle Industries Plc, U.K. on July 1 2001; AshakaCem Plc (Ashaka); and with the incorporation of Atlas Cement Company Ltd, a floating barge with a bagging plant on board, which commenced operations in March 2001. It also has a stake in Unicem Plant at Calabar.
Today, Lafarge holds a leadership position in the Nigerian cement industry with investments in companies that have a total production capacity of 4million metric tones per annum which will increase to 6.5million tonnes by the end of 2011.
Lafarge is the world leader in building materials, with top-ranking positions in all of its businesses: No 1 worldwide in Cement, No 2 worldwide in Aggregates & Concrete, and No 3 worldwide in Gypsum.
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Lafarge works with all actors in the building industry of Nigeria, from do-it-yourself builders to large construction companies, architects and local artisans. Whether supplying high-quality cement to a craftsman or helping leading architects explore and deliver creative possibilities, Lafarge Nigeria is committed to providing solutions that fit the needs of all its clients |
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Lafarge Nigeria clients benefit from the technical expertise and product innovation that are the hallmark of Lafarge, an international leader in building materials with a global presence and over 175 years of experience. In Nigeria, Lafarge offers a range of innovative and high-performance products. |
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Last update on 26/12/2011
