LCCI steps up CSR initiatives 

Jonathan Olajide

Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has stepped up its efforts at uplifting the society through provision of free social amenities.

The chamber recently donated chairs to some public hospitals in Lagos as part of its corporate social activities. The hospitals are Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH), Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH), Igbobi Hospital and General Hospital.

A statement released by LCCI chamber said that the Head of Corporate Services of LUTH, Hope Nwawolo, commended the chamber for the gesture.

“Ms Okanlawon of LASUTH, Ikeja, who also wrote on behalf of the hospital’s chief medical director, stated that the contribution will not go unrecognized and will receive recognition at the appropriate opportunity,” the statement added.

LCCI, the oldest chamber of commerce in sub-Saharan Africa, is also a partner with Leap Africa, the organizers of a mentoring programme which is ongoing in Lagos.

The programme is targeted at young, aspiring and established enterpreneurs with the aim of linking them with mentors who would assist them to grow.

So far, a 3-day Personal Development Workshop and a 4-week Business Development Training has been held for mentees since the beginning of the year, said Tope Oluwaleye, LCCI spokesman.

Oluwaleye said the chamber embarked on the CSR activities to make its impart more relevant in the society and complement its advocacy role for businesses.  

The Chamber was founded in 1888 to facilitate a conducive environment for its members and businesses generally through policy advocacy and engagement of the relevant authorities on matters affecting entrepreneurs.