…reinforces Commitment to Nigeria’s Industrial Growth
A new chapter has begun for Lafarge Africa Plc as the company officially unveiled its new corporate identity and name—HBM Nigeria Plc. The transition marks a significant milestone in the company’s transformation journey and strategic alignment with its new shareholder structure.
The change to HBM Nigeria Plc reflects the company’s continued evolution as one of Nigeria’s leading building solutions providers, combining strong local roots with enhanced global industrial collaboration. The company reaffirmed that the name change will not affect its operations, workforce, customers, shareholders, or its unwavering commitment to Nigeria’s economic growth and infrastructure development.
Speaking on the transition, the Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Lolu Alade-Akinyemi, said the new identity signals a forward-looking phase for the company, driven by 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. This transition positions us for the future while reinforcing the values of excellence, sustainability, customer satisfaction, and responsible business practices that have defined our legacy for decades,” Alade-Akinyemi said.
He explained that the transition to HBM Nigeria Plc will be implemented through a structured, phased process across the company’s nationwide operations. He added that employees, customers, shareholders, investors, host communities, and other stakeholders should expect
