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  • Rite Foods gets waste reduction award

    Rite Foods gets waste reduction award

    Food and beverage company, Rite Foods Limited, has clinched the ‘Waste Reduction Initiative of the Year Award’ at the Social Impact & Sustainability Awards (SISA 2024).

    According to the award organisers, Rite Foods’ recognition with the award is “For innovative efforts in waste reduction, setting a benchmark for environmental responsibility and promoting sustainable practices within the industry”.

    Specifically, three initiatives by the company this year qualified it for the award. They include: Rite Recycle Initiative, which is designed to educate children on the importance of recycling in building a sustainable world; Rite-on-the-Beach, which focuses on clearing plastic waste from coastal areas in partnership with Popbeach Club; and its partnership with Sterling One Foundation to carry out extensive clean-up exercises on Lagos beaches.

    Presenting the award to Rite Foods, the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of CSR Reporter, Eche Munonye, congratulated Rite Foods for its commitment to sustainable practices, adding that “SISA recognizes organisations and individuals who have demonstrated outstanding commitment to social impact, environmental stewardship and ethical business practices”.

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    Corporate Communications Manager of Rite Foods Limited, Innocent Adulugba, in his remarks, said as a responsible organisation, environmental sustainability is integrated into the Company’s business strategy and expressed fulfilment that the Company’s initiatives and partnership efforts have been recognized by the wider public, including CSR Reporters.

     “The feat attests to the company’s commitment to sustainable practices geared towards creating more sustainable communities along the Lagos shorelines through Rite-on-the-Beach which was launched in August 2021”, he said.

    He affirmed that ‘Rite-on-the-beach’ sets up recycling ecosystems for plastic collection in coastal communities that lack disposal infrastructure and aims to combat ocean plastic pollution, improve literacy, and create employment opportunities by facilitating the exchange of waste plastic for education scholarships for children in disadvantaged coastal communities.

     “Rite Foods has an unwavering commitment to environmental conservation and has been supporting the Residency Project of the Lagos Eco-Resort, Popbeach Club for students of tertiary institutions in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, and Law faculties, to keep them enlightened on the values inherent in ecological preservation”, Adulugba added.

  • Rite Foods, Sterling One clean-up beach

    Rite Foods, Sterling One clean-up beach

    Food & beverage manufacturer Rite Foods Limited has partnered Sterling One Foundation to carry out clean up exercise on Alpha Beach at Lekki, Lagos.

    The initiative, which is through the Sterling Environmental Makeover (STEM) programme, caps off the National Sustainability Week Programme of Sterling one Foundation.

    The beach clean-up had participants from the Lagos State Ministry of Environment as well as volunteers including community residents who assiduously worked the perimeter of the beach to remove plastic waste and other pollutants.

    The essence of the exercise was to preserve the shoreline of the beach and raise awareness about the importance of sustainable living.

     CEO of Sterling One Foundation, Olapeju Ibekwe, said: “The Sterling One Foundation has been on this clean-up crusade since 2008. We are encouraged by the partnership and support from Rite Foods Limited at such a short notice.

    “I believe we will do great as the partnership progresses. Again we thank the Baale, Chief Yusuf Elegushi Atewolara, and his people for always opening their doors to us. The Foundation will continue to do more. A clean environment is a healthy environment.”

    Ibekwe also said the beach clean-up is part of the Sterling One Foundation’s commitment to sustainable development through its Beach Adoption Programme launched in 2021.

    According to her, the Programme has empowered local women and youth by training them in waste collection and recycling and by transforming plastic waste into valuable resources that support the economy.

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    He disclosed that “The Clean-up events are ongoing in Abuja, Katsina, Asaba, Minna, Enugu, and Port-Harcourt, among others with Coordinators to manage volunteers and logistics, to ensure seamless execution.

    Addressing participants of the clean-up exercise, Corporate Affairs & Sustainability Manager, Rite Foods Limited, Dennis Aideloje, said the company is keen on making the best of clean-up efforts in the communities.

    “The focus of Rite Foods Limited is to encourage residents to actively engage to manage wastes responsibly in their communities.

    “As a responsible organisation in the manufacturing sector, Rite Foods Limited is concerned about a clean environment and continues to seek partnerships and collaborations towards environmental sustainability,” he said.

    Aideloje stated that as a manufacturing entity, “we partner to clean up the environment including plastic collection and crave innovative systems for recycling as a means of creating jobs and enriching the community including providing school supplies for children living along the Lagos shorelines.”

    He added that “Through innovations, Rite Foods Limited reinforces the consciousness of responsible waste management which supports sustainability, preservation of aquatic life, and a cleaner environment”.

    Similarly, Mr. Adeoye Babajide from the Lagos State Ministry of Environment & Water Resources acknowledged the efforts of private organisations such as Sterling One Foundation and Rite Foods Limited for such a great initiative.

    He stated that, “The Executive Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu and the good people of the State are pleased to host private organisations that demonstrate high responsibility towards environmental sustainability.”

  • Rite Foods supports young tech professionals

    Rite Foods supports young tech professionals

    Bigi carbonated soft drink, a brand of Rite Foods Limited, has sponsored this year’s Test Festival which had ‘Making Quality Tech’s Universal Language’ as its theme.

    The festival was organised by The Bug Detective for young Nigerians who are software developers, quality assurance testers and engineers, software engineers, mobile engineers, as well as those in the technology ecosystem.

    The event, which was held recently at the Charis Centre, Oregun, Lagos, provided a platform for aspiring software developers, testers, and engineers to connect, learn, and develop their skills.

    At Test Fest 2024, Bigi, with its 13 exciting flavours, refreshed tech professionals with its unique flavors, perfectly aligning with its current campaign, Explore Your Flavours.

    Just as these innovators were encouraged to explore the full range of their skillsets to achieve quality in everything they do, Bigi inspired them to explore the exciting and unique flavours it offers.

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    Bigi premium drinking water also played a key role in elevating their hydration, keeping participants energised and focused as they engaged in the day’s activities.

    The Bigi beef and rite spicy beef sausage rolls also provided the much-needed fuel to keep them going, showing Bigi’s commitment to supporting young professionals as they snack and power through long hours of work.

    Brand Manager for Bigi at Rite Foods Limited, Ms Biola Aransiola, re-affirmed Rite Foods’ commitment to quality, noting that this is reflected in the meticulous production of its products at the state-of-the-art factory at Ososa, Ogun State.

    She emphasised that the Bigi brand serves as a reliable partner for tech professionals, providing high-quality snacks that keep them energised and focused as they work.

     “Bigi is all about supporting those who push boundaries, ensuring they have the refreshment they need to keep going,” Aransiola stated.

    Commenting on the significance of the event, founder of The Bug Detective, Ms Abiola Rasaq, explained that the annual Test Festival, which debuted in September 2023, provides a platform for software quality assurance engineers, testers, developers, and data analysts across the tech ecosystem to prioritise quality in their work.

     “The festival encourages professionals in various sectors to think quality-first in everything they do,” Rasaq noted.

    She also commended Bigi for its vital contribution to the festival’s success, noting that “Without Bigi, this event wouldn’t have been as vibrant. We’re grateful for the drinks, water, sausages, and games—your support made all the difference.”

    Bigi carbonated soft drink brand boasts numerous accolades including the Most Innovative Carbonated Soft Drink Brand of the Year 2023, Best Value for Money – Carbonated Drink Brand 2023 for Bigi Cola, and Best Value for Money – Sausage Brand 2023 for Bigi Beef Sausage Roll, among others.

  • Rite Foods builds capacity of young tech professionals

    Rite Foods builds capacity of young tech professionals

    Digital natives and tech savvy young Nigerians gained additional skill sets at the just concluded test festival sponsored by Rites Foods Limited.

    The event with the theme, “Making Quality Tech’s Universal Language” was organised by The Bug Detective for young Nigerians especially software developers, quality assurance testers and engineers, software engineers, mobile engineers, as well as those in the technology ecosystem.

    At Test Fest 2024, Bigi, with its 13 exciting flavours, refreshed tech professionals with its unique flavors, perfectly aligning with its current campaign, Explore Your Flavours.

    Speaking on Bigi’s support for the Test Festival, Ms. Biola Aransiola, Brand Manager for Bigi at Rite Foods Limited, emphasised Rite Foods’ commitment to quality, noting how it is reflected in the meticulous production of their products at the state-of-the-art factory at Ososa.

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    She emphasised how the Bigi brand serves as a reliable partner for tech professionals, providing high-quality snacks that keep them energised and focused as they work. “Bigi is all about supporting those who push boundaries, ensuring they have the refreshment they need to keep going,” she stated.

    Commenting on the significance of the event, Ms. Abiola Rasaq, Founder of The Bug Detective, explained that the annual Test Festival, which debuted in September 2023, provides a platform for software quality assurance engineers, testers, developers, and data analysts across the tech ecosystem to prioritise quality in their work. “The festival encourages professionals in various sectors to think quality-first in everything they do,” Rasaq noted.

    She also commended Bigi for its vital contribution to the festival’s success. “Without Bigi, this event wouldn’t have been as vibrant. We’re grateful for the drinks, water, sausages, and games—your support made all the difference,” she expressed.

  • Rite Foods backs Ojude Oba Festival

    Rite Foods backs Ojude Oba Festival

    Rite Foods Limited has restated its commitment to preserving Nigeria’s cultural heritage through sponsorship of the 2024 edition of the Ojude Oba Festival holding on Tuesday, June 18 in Ijebu Ode, Ogun State.

    Unveiling the Ojude Oba Festival 2024, the Company’s Head of Marketing, Ms. Boma Harrison affirmed that Rite Foods’ continuous sponsorship of the Ojude Oba Festival was in demonstration of its commitment to preserving and promoting the cultural values of its communities as a proudly Nigerian company.

    “We are deeply committed to investing time, expertise, and resources in advancing locally relevant initiatives in our communities. We view culture as a vital part of who we are as individuals and as a people. As a socially responsible corporate citizen, our loyalty to His Royal Majesty, the Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland, Alaiyeluwa Ọba (Dr) Sikiru Kayọde Adetọna and commitment to the Ojude Oba Festival demonstrate our belief that promoting the interest of our communities is a collective responsibility.”

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    Chairman Ojude Oba Festival 2024 Planning Committee, Chief Olu  B. Okuboyejo said the highlight of the event will include 90 Age Grade performances dubbed “Regberegbe,” both male and female, with the prizes for the winning team, and the first and second runners-up, and 25 families of warlords, showcasing their dexterity in a peaceful and orderly manner that depicts their experience in warfare.

    He stated that the rich cultural heritage dates back about two centuries and is widely cherished by the indigenes at home and in the diaspora. This year’s edition themed: “Ojude Oba: Peace, Unity and Harmony, Our Gifts”, according to him, re-echoes the pristine objective of Ojude Oba, which is to foster unity and peaceful co-existence in the community.

  • Elebute, Inuwa, others join Rite Foods

    Elebute, Inuwa, others join Rite Foods

    Consumer-packaged goods company Rite Foods Ltd has announced the appointment of new members to its Board to propel growth.

    The new Board members include Mr. Kunle Elebute and Isa Mohammed Inuwa, as Independent Non-Executive Directors; Raheem Owodeyi, as Non-Executive Director, and Dr. Kehinde Onijingin, as Executive Director.

    This strategic move was aimed at positioning the business for accelerated growth and enhanced market presence as the Company takes giant strides into the next phase of its growth strategy.

    Chairman of Rite Foods Ltd, Dr. Sulaiman Adebola Adegunwa, in a statement, said the Board was “delighted to welcome a distinguished and experienced group of individuals to the Board of Directors.”

        He said the collective intelligence, expertise and experience of the new Board members, working with the old members of the Board, will be instrumental to guiding Rite Foods to new heights of success.

        The Board members are professionals with varied experience from both the private and public sectors in Nigeria and beyond.

        Mr. Elebute is a Chartered Accountant with over 40 years’ experience in consulting. He was Senior Partner/CEO of KPMG Nigeria and Chairman of KPMG West Africa. He has served on the Board of several not-for-profit organisations.

        Mr. Inuwa is a former Deputy Managing Director of Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas Limited and former Chief Operating Officer/Executive Director, Support Services at the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL) where he retired.

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        Inuwa, with experience spanning over 35 years, has a degree in Accounting and Masters in Accounting and Finance. He has served on the Boards of many organisations in the Education, Banking, Food & Beverage, and Oil & Gas industries.

        Mr. Owodeyi, an Economist, is currently an Executive Director/Chief Operating Officer of Sterling Bank Ltd. He comes with over 32 years’ experience in the Financial Services Industry.

        On her part, Mrs. Balogun, an Accountant with over 25 years’ experience, is the Chief Financial Officer of Rite Foods. She has a first degree from the University of Lagos in Computer Science and trained as an accountant in the UK.

        She is a Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, UK as well as a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria. She also holds an MBA from Cass Business School, UK.

        Dr. Onijingin is currently the Chief Operating Officer at Rite Foods. He has two doctorate degrees in Human Resource Management and Strategic Management and comes with over 21 years’ experience in manufacturing and financial services.

        Board Chairman Dr. Adegunwa is an accomplished industrialist of 60 years’ experience with diverse interests in Photography, Food and Beverage, Insurance, Agriculture and printing. He has served on several Boards and was the Chairman of Sterling Bank Limited from 2007 to 2014.

        Adegunwa is the MD/CEO of Rite Foods. With 27 years’ experience in leadership and business, he has a first degree in Mechanical Engineering and an MBA in International Business from Birmingham City University and the University of Bristol, respectively.

        His leadership and business acumen have positioned Rite Foods Ltd as a household name in the Food and Beverage sector.

  • Rite Foods reaffirms commitment to customers

    Rite Foods reaffirms commitment to customers

    Rite Foods Limited has reiterated its commitment to delivering effective customer service, while recognising its personnel who have contributed to its growth.

    The company said its renewed commitment was in line with the celebration of this year’s Customer Service Week (CSW) with the theme ‘Team Service.’

    Customer Service Week, observed from October 2 to  October 6, 2023, is a yearly event dedicated to celebrating customer service and the individuals who serve and support customers daily.

    In light of this, the Managing Director, Rite Foods, Seleem Adegunwa, emphasised the company’s commitment to putting customers first, and highlighted the contemporary approach and efficiency in meeting customer needs and preferences.

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    Adegunwa, in a statement  also praised the company’s  customer service team, describing them as “a formidable force dedicated to achieving success in all activities contributing to the organisation’s growth”.

    “Their commitment to providing quality services has helped Rite Foods Limited build a credible image in the industry, characterised by professionalism and distinctiveness,” he stated.

    Assistant Marketing Manager at Rite Foods Limited, Ms. Adebola Adeyinka, affirmed that this year’s CSW theme, ‘Team Service,’ was embodied in the company’s well-trained marketing team which possesses the proficiency to effectively engage with customers, fostering positive experiences and long-term relationships.

    According to her, this commitment to quality service is reflected in the high standards of Rite Foods’ products.

  • Rite Foods shines at BrandXchange consumers’ value awards

    Rite Foods shines at BrandXchange consumers’ value awards

    Rite Foods Limited, a prominent player in Nigeria’s fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) industry, is thrilled to announce its resounding success at the 2nd edition of the BrandXchange Consumers Value Awards, an event dedicated to celebrating brand excellence.

    The awards include the following categories: Best Value for Money – Carbonated Drink Brand 2023: Bigi Cola, Best Value for Money – Energy Drinks Brand 2023: Fearless Energy Drink and Best Value for Money – Sausage Brand 2023: Bigi Beef Sausage Roll

    These remarkable achievements reaffirm the company’s dominant position in the food and beverage industry, despite fierce competition. Rite Foods Limited’s brands have established themselves as benchmarks of value and uniqueness within their respective segments.

    The brands’ representatives made a memorable appearance at the awards ceremony, demonstrating Rite Foods Limited’s unwavering commitment to excellence in every aspect of its operations.

    The awards were presented to the Brands’ Managers at the event, themed “Consumer Satisfaction Index,” held at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Ikeja GRA, Lagos recently. The organisers praised Rite Foods for disrupting the Food and Beverage sector of Africa’s largest economy with an array of high-quality products that have become consumers’ top choices, offering desired value and satisfaction, surpassing competitors in their segments.

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    In her remarks, the Assistant Brand Manager for Bigi Carbonated Soft Drink, Aransiola Biola, expressed her gratitude, saying, “This award is a testament to our dedication to providing top-quality products that offer exceptional value to our customers.”

    Kanyinsola Sangowawa, the Assistant Brand Manager for Fearless Energy Drink, also affirmed, “It is an honour to be recognised as the best value for money in the energy drink category. It motivates us to continue delivering on our promise of premium energy and great taste.”

    Representing the Rite Sausage brand, Olawale Odenusi, the Digital Lead at Rite Foods Limited, stated, “This award reflects our ongoing commitment to producing delicious and value-packed sausage rolls in line with global best practices within our state-of-the-art factory.”

    This latest achievement underscores the outstanding quality of Rite Foods Limited’s products, as endorsed by the overwhelming support of discerning consumers. It follows Rite Foods’ recognition as the “Highest Gainer Year in Year Out for 2023” in the “Top 50 Brands That Power Nigeria” evaluation. The company remains steadfast in its mission to deliver quality products, enhance taste experiences, and nourish communities through its innovative range of offerings.

    “While the voting phase has concluded, it’s crucial to emphasize that the meticulous process of distillation is still ongoing to accurately filter out valid votes. The LOMA Awards team is firmly committed to ensuring transparency, equity, and the generation of precise data during this crucial stage. It is important to note that the final outcome of the awards is not solely determined by public votes but is an amalgamation of both the decisions of the esteemed panel of judges and the sentiments of the public,” the statement affirmed.

    In a related development, international delegates have started arriving in Nigeria, barely 15 days to the awards ceremony. Among the first arrivals are the delegates from Absen LED Screen, from China. Other international delegates are expected to arrive in the coming days across three continents in the coming days.

    Curated by the OOH Academy, LOMA has a primary objective of recognizing and honouring outstanding individuals and OOH companies that have contributed significantly to the industry’s growth year after year.