Segilola inaugurates road, water projects in Osun

Segilola Resources Operating Limited (SROL) has inaugurated significant infrastructure and community development projects in Osun State, Nigeria. These include a rehabilitated road network and a community-owned water production facility, both located in Ijesaland.

The commissioning took place during a visit by the Owa Obokun of Ijesaland, Oba Clement Adesuyi Haastrup, to SROL's operations in Odo-Ijesa. The monarch toured key company assets, such as the Segilola Gold Mine and the Ogere-Ekun Golden Water Factory in Iperindo.

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It is equipped with reverse osmosis and ozone treatment systems, sachet and bottle water production lines, shrink-wrapping units, labelling and capping machines, and a 60kVA backup generator. Supporting infrastructure includes a borehole, storage tanks, sterilisation units, production halls, and a loading bay.

These projects fulfill SROL's Community Development Agreement obligations, focusing on infrastructure development, economic empowerment, and fostering sustainable growth within its host communities. The company highlighted that these initiatives have generated over 80 direct employment opportunities, with 27% of its workforce originating from host communities and 25% from Osun State.

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The company has provided employment to more than 2,000 people across the South-West, with 40 per cent drawn from Ijesaland.

The Ogere-Ekun Golden Water Factory, designed to produce 3,000 liters of treated water per hour, is structured as a revenue-generating venture. It features advanced treatment systems and production lines, supported by a borehole and storage facilities. Governed by a Board of Trustees composed of community representatives, the factory aims to reduce reliance on unsafe water sources and create long-term economic value.

Additionally, SROL rehabilitated a 2.4-kilometer road connecting Imogbara and Odo-Ijesa, including grading, filling, and the installation of drainage systems. Oba Haastrup commended SROL's investments, noting the company's broader impact of providing employment to over 2,000 individuals across the South-West, with a substantial portion from Ijesaland. He emphasized the importance of Community Development Agreements and sustained corporate social responsibility efforts.

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The monarch also stressed the importance of Community Development Agreements and sustained corporate social responsibility efforts that deliver direct benefits to host communities.