13 AUG 2020
13 AUG 2020 Press release
FIRE INCIDENT AT WEMPCO WAREHOUSE, OGBA USED BY GUINNESS NIGERIA PLC
Fortunately, there were no injuries or major material loss resulting from the incident as the warehouse is used for storing empty crates. Our major production operations take place in our Benin and Ogba Breweries.
As we continue to investigate the cause of the fire incident, we say a very big thank you to the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency and officials of the Lagos State Fire Service Department for their swift response and assistance in containing the fire. We also thank everyone who was supportive and reached out to us during the incident.
Guinness Nigeria remains committed to ensuring the health and safety of our employees and the communities where we operate and will continue to maintain this standard.
Corporate Relations Director
ENDS
Headquarters
Guinness Nigeria
24, Oba Akran Avenue Ikeja, Lagos
Tel: 234 1 270 9100
Email: info.gn@diageo.com
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