The Chamber of Bulk Oil Distributors (CBOD) is calling on corporate organisations to diversify their Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives to ensure that marginalised and vulnerable groups also benefit meaningfully from social investments across the country.
Speaking at the commissioning of a renovated hygiene facility, including 12 washrooms, for the Dzorwulu Special School in Accra, the Chief Executive of CBOD, Dr. Patrick Ofori, emphasised the Chamber’s commitment to supporting communities within its operational environment. He noted that CBOD is ready to invest in impactful projects that improve living conditions and promote dignity for vulnerable populations.
The renovation project was undertaken with the support of Matrix Gas (Ghana) Limited and other member companies of the Chamber, as part of CBOD’s broader social investment efforts. Prior to the intervention, the sanitary facilities were in a deplorable condition, posing significant health risks to students and staff.
Speaking at the commissioning, Dr. Ofori highlighted the need for corporate Ghana to rethink and expand the scope of their ESG programmes.
“As part of our commitment towards ESG, we have been planting trees and giving out food items, but this year we took a different approach. Since we operate within the same community as this school, we decided to support them in a way that creates lasting impact by providing a safer, cleaner, and more hygienic environment,” he stated.
Dr. Ofori also encouraged organisations to deepen their engagement with institutions that cater to persons with special needs, stressing that support should go beyond donations of food items during festive periods. “In as much as we talk about diversity, we shouldn’t only focus on gifts during birthdays and Christmas. We should also take an interest in their dormitories and facilities to ensure they have a healthier and more dignified environment,” he added.
We are immensely grateful to Matrix Gas (Ghana) Limited, the Abdulkabir Aliu Foundation, Dzorwulu Special School, and all our partners.
The Chamber reiterates its dedication to championing inclusive, people-centred ESG as part of its mandate to contribute to national development and improve the wellbeing of communities connected to the downstream petroleum industry.
