Seplat Energy Earns ISO 45001:2018 Certification, Advances Operational Excellence, Workforce Wellbeing

Seplat Energy PLC, a leading Nigerian independent energy Company listed on both the Nigerian Exchange and the London Stock Exchange, has achieved the ISO 45001:2018 certification in line with its strides towards operational excellence and employee wellbeing.

The certification was officially presented to the company at its headquarters in Lagos by officials of Bureau Veritas (VS).

Seplat Energy’s journey to ISO 45001:2018 certification has been one of collaboration, commitment, and continuous improvement. From conducting gap assessments to implementing robust controls and engaging its workforce, every step was guided by the energy company’s vision to create a safer and healthier workplace, according to a statement from the company by the manager corporate Communications, Seplat Energy, Stanley Opara.

This globally recognized standard enhances its operational resilience, reduces risks, and reinforces the company’s duty of care to employees. It also positions it competitively, demonstrating to stakeholders that Seplat Energy operates with integrity, responsibility, and excellence. This certification is not the end; it’s a foundation for sustained growth and safety leadership.

Commending on the certification, the chief executive officer, Seplat Energy, Roger Brown, said: “Achieving the ISO 45001:2018 certification marks a significant milestone in our journey towards operational excellence and employee wellbeing. It reflects our unwavering commitment to creating a safe, healthy, and resilient workplace.

“This global recognition reinforces our belief that safety is not just a priority, it is a core value embedded in our culture. We will continue to lead by example, ensuring our people thrive in an environment built on trust, care, and world-class standards.”

Speaking on the certification and what it meant to the company, Samson Ezugworie, Chief Operating Officer, Seplat Energy, said: “This certification is a testament to the dedication and discipline of our teams across all levels. We have always taken proactive steps to manage risks, enhance safety performance, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

“The ISO 45001:2018 certification validates these efforts and reinforces our commitment to protecting our workforce as a fundamental part of our success. We remain focused on sustaining and evolving our health and safety practices to meet and exceed global benchmarks.”

Earlier, the certification manager, Bureau Veritas (VS) Nigeria, Adenike Akinbote, commended Seplat Energy for its commitment and adherence to global best practices, adding that: “We commend the unwavering commitment of Seplat’s leadership in driving the implementation of ISO standards and successfully steering the organisation toward certification.

“Throughout the audit process, the professionalism, receptiveness, and openness demonstrated by both the leadership and employees of Seplat were truly commendable. We were particularly impressed by the level of implementation achieved during this initial certification phase.”

In his remarks, the general manager, HSE, Seplat Energy, Adeshina Sadiq, said: “Achieving the ISO 45001:2018 certification is a proud moment for all Seplat employees as Health, Safety, and Environment stewardship is a shared responsibility. It reflects the strategic integration of safety into all our operations and the relentless efforts of our teams always to uphold the highest standards.

“This milestone is not just a certification, it’s a validation of our systems, our people, and our culture of care. We will continue to strengthen our safety framework and empower every employee to be a champion of workplace wellbeing.”