The collaboration was for both parties to strengthen their partnership for economic and community development
Ado-Odo/Ota LG Strengthens Partnership with CWAY Foods, Promises Action on Road, Tax Concerns
By Lukman Omikunle
Ota, Ogun State – In a bid to foster stronger ties with businesses operating within its jurisdiction, the Ado-Odo/Ota Local Government Council has paid a courtesy visit to CWAY Food and Beverages Ltd, one of the major manufacturers in the area.
Led by Executive Chairman Alhaji Lawal Adewale Wasiu, FCA, the local government team was received by CWAY’s top management at the company’s Ota plant. The visit was part of a broader initiative by the council to engage with corporate stakeholders and improve collaboration on developmental issues.
According to a statement made available on Wednesday by the Information Department of the Council, the CWAY’s management, during the meeting, showcased the company’s production capabilities and reaffirmed its compliance with both national and international safety and quality standards.
Established in 1999, CWAY has grown into a major player in the food and beverage sector, producing popular items such as Nutri Milk, Glucose Drink, Nutri Choco, Peach Fruit Drinks, Pizzy Apple Flavor, and Fuji Probiotics. The company also operates a second plant in Shagamu.
Commending CWAY’s contributions to the local economy, the Council boss, Lawal praised the company’s commitment to quality and safety, describing it as a valued partner in community development.
However, the CWAY management raised pressing concerns affecting operations at the Ota facility. These included issues of multiple taxation, poor road infrastructure—particularly the deteriorating stretch from Oju Ore to the plant—and security challenges. Mr. Arun Bhintade, General Manager of CWAY, urged the local government to look into these matters, while Mr. Makanjulola James highlighted the financial strain caused by levies on trucks, which has made some operators shift preference to the Shagamu plant.
In response, Lawal clarified the local government’s position on levies and the role of its approved consultants. He assured the company of the council’s commitment to easing business operations and revealed that he had personally inspected ongoing road works at Oju Ore. He disclosed that contractors have been given a three-week ultimatum to provide adequate drainage systems and alternative routes for motorists, especially ahead of the rainy season.
The chairman also called on CWAY to educate its drivers on road etiquette, particularly the need to queue properly and avoid obstructing traffic. He emphasized that timely payment of levies is crucial for funding local development projects and improving infrastructure.
The visit ended with a mutual agreement to continue building a stronger partnership for economic and community advancement. Read More
