‘Collaboration Between BAT, Higher Institutions Will Enhance Process In Nigeria’  

The Director of Operations, British American Tobacco (BAT) Nigeria, Alberto Kauer has said collaboration between the company and institutions of higher learning in the country will enhance learning  process and boost the nation’s economic growth.

Alberto who stated this while welcoming students of the Nigerian Army College of Logistics and Management (NACOLM) to the $185 million state of the art facility in Ibadan, Oyo State noted that the visit was an excellent opportunity for BAT Nigeria to interact with the students from the College to share knowledge and experience in supply chain.

Alberto said, “It was a very impactful session we had, and these learning sessions are critical for growth and development.

“Having NACOLM at the factory demonstrates BAT’s commitment to strengthening local capacities and making a positive impact in the society.”

According to him, the students had a session on supply chain management, sustainable actions adopted by BAT Nigeria in its operations and a tour of the factory.

Also speaking, the company’s External Affairs Director, Mrs. Odiri Erewa-Meggison, said, “We strongly believe that through academic trips such as this, that manufacturing companies like ours can play a positive role in supporting industry learning to expose young adults to the workplace and enhance their economic well being, empowering them with the skills and confidence they need to succeed in the world of work.

“This study tour to the Ibadan Factory, is part of BAT Nigeria’s commitment to provide shared value through its Better Tomorrow™ ambition, to the communities in which it operates in, to empower and upscale technical skill sets to a sustainable employment talent pipeline in the country.

‘’ The visit was part of efforts to enhance their learning on supply chain logistics and insight on global best practices. The visit, which involved adult students above the age of 20 years, aimed at helping the students translate academic concepts and theories into practical realities in the manufacturing sector.

‘’The objective was to learn best practices in logistic management and broaden their awareness of the principles of supply chain and the intricate operations between inventory management, employees, and facilities.’’