The Okomu Oil Palm Company Plc has rewarded 82 employees for their long-standing dedication and loyalty during its 2025 Long Service Award Ceremony.
The awardees, who had served the organisation for between 15 and 25 years, were presented with household items such as king-sized beds, wardrobes, dining sets, upholstery chairs, generators, and 32-inch television sets.
They also received cash rewards in appreciation of their years of service at the ceremony that took place at the firm’s headquarters in Okomu community, Ovia South West Local Government Area of Edo on Tuesday.
In his address, Dr Graham Hefer, Managing Director of the company, praised the employees for their steadfast commitment and their critical role in sustaining the company’s growth.
“The staff who have been rewarded today have given back part of their contributions to this company.
“They have shown loyalty and commitment over the years, and we are privileged to have people who have worked with us for as long as 25 years.
“The company is happy to celebrate them, and we encourage others to emulate their example,” Hefer said.
Reacting to the gesture, Comrade Ewansiha Clifford, Chairman of the workers’ union, applauded the management for recognising staff, who had served diligently, describing the gesture as an important morale booster.
“I want to thank the management for rewarding employees who have served the company meritoriously.
“To the awardees, I say congratulations. It is not an easy journey, but your patience has paid off.”
Mrs Joyce Eroje, one of the 25-year award recipients, expressed heartfelt appreciation to the company for acknowledging her long service.
Eroje noted that she received “King and Queen-size beds, a wardrobe, and a set of living room chairs.
“I have looked forward to this day, and I am extremely grateful to the company and its management.
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“Over the years, the company has trained and equipped us with skills that can help us run a company of our own.
“It has been 25 years of learning and growth.”
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the Long Service Award Ceremony is part of Okomu’s longstanding tradition of recognising employees who exemplify commitment and align with the company’s vision and values.
(NAN)
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