Persons Impersonating TGI Group

The attention of Tropical General Investments Nigeria Limited (“TGI”) has been drawn to the activities of one Mr. Stephen Kunle Olayito who claims to be a staff of TGI. Further, Mr. Stephen Kunle Olayito is using the following contact details:

TGI  GROUP  NIGERIA  LTD
118 MARKET ROAD , ABA, (QUARTER),
ABIA STATE , NIGERIA
Zipcode: 450251
VAT: NG128 481 709
Tax No.: 11405986-0002
Reg. No.: RC 678901
Tel.: +2347032415411
Email:  tgi.nigerialt@gmail.com / tgi-ng@tgi-nig.com

The above mentioned details are a false representation of TGI.

TGI hereby informs its customers, potential partners and members of the public that Mr. Stephen Kunle Olayito is not and has never been in the employment of TGI.

We hereby disclaim all correspondence issued by Mr. Stephen Kunle Olayito in the name of TGI and advise our customers, potential partners and members of the public to disregard the same and engage TGI only through its official channels which are clicktgi.net amd tgigroup.blog.

Please be informed that we have notified law enforcement authorities of the criminal activities of Mr. Stephen Kunle Olayito and steps are being taken to apprehend him. Members of the public are hereby advised not to engage Mr. Stephen Kunle Olayito on any matter relating to TGI.

Whilst TGI will continue to take opportunities measures to forestall fraudulent impersonation of our staff and business, please note that we will not be responsible or liable for any losses/damages suffered by anyone who falls victim to such fraudulent acts.

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TGI Distri storms seasoning market with the launch of Terra Seasoning Cubes

Lagos, April 15, 2019: TGI Distri Limited has launched and announced the availability of Terra Seasoning Cubes in all markets across Nigeria. Terra Cubes is produced by West African Cubes (WACUB) Limited at its ultra-modern plant in Sagamu, Ogun State.

Mr. Sunil Sawhney, Managing Director of TGI Distri, stated that: “Terra Seasoning Cubes are a true cooking sensation allowing everybody to enjoy great taste. We are now releasing two variants; Beef and Chicken into the market. Both variants come in single cubes of 4gm. Terra Cubes have particularly been designed to meet the palate requirements of all Nigerians especially in terms of aroma and flavour. They are also designed to preserve the aroma of meals during and after cooking”.

“The response from product testers and early adopters have been very encouraging and we could not be more enthusiastic about releasing this seasoning revolution to the market,” he added.

Also speaking at the product unveiling event, which took place in Lagos, Dr. Onyekachi Onubogu, Executive Director – Commercial of TGI Distri, said: “Terra seasoning is launching with two SKUs to address different pocket power: 50-cube pack and a 25-cube pack. We are also launching with 5 free cubes in the 50-cube pack and 2 free cubes in the 25-cube pack as a consumer promo”.

Giving reasons for the choice of the brand’s pay-off line “Locks the aroma in; Gets the taste out”, Onubogu stated that Terra Seasoning Cube has been formulated and manufactured to preserve the aroma of meals during and after cooking.

Responding to a question on why he believes the new brand will be accepted by the market, Mr. Sawhney said: “We believe in studying the needs of our consumers and acquiring genuine insights into their requirements and demands. We respond to these requirements with better products and services that enhance the quality of life. We support our product offerings with strategic marketing and sales initiatives”.

Sawhney continued “we’re excited to be launching these new variants of seasoning cube into the market and we have no doubt that in a short period of time Terra Seasoning will gain competitive edge over other brands and control a large chunk of the market”.

“Terra Seasoning Cube is an outcome of painstaking research, it is many steps ahead of other brands in the market in terms of taste and aroma.  I enjoin everyone to try it”, he added.

There was also a lot fanfare and celebrations at the launch including a food tasting event.

TGI Distri Limited is a member of the TGI Group, former owners of Chi Limited, producers of Chivita and Hollandia. The conglomerate has continued to grow, and owns other reputable companies such as Cormart (Nigeria) Ltd, WACOT Ltd, Chi Farms Ltd, WACOT Rice Ltd, among others.

TGI Distri Limited is the sales, distribution and marketing arm of TGI Group Companies’ Consumer Products and is the marketer of Terra Seasoning Cubes, Big Bull Parboiled Rice, Renew Starch, Shine All Dishwashing Liquid, Shine All Scouring Powder and many other notable Brands. TGI Distri also serves as the Innovation and New Product Development Centre for the TGI Group.

TGI 2018 Food Safety Week and World Quality Day

For the past four years, TGI Group across all its operations has observed the Food Safety Week wrapped up with the World Quality Day. This year was no different. he 2018 TGI Food Safety Week was held November 12 – 15, 2018, followed by the World Quality Day on November 23rd, 2018.

 

Themed: Procure no defect; Produce no defect; Pass-on no defect, the World Quality Day event was well attended both members of staff and management. Gracing the occassion was the Chairman of TGI Group, Mr. Cornelis G. Vink, TGI Group Managing Director, Mr. Rahul Savara, Group Executive Director, Mr. Jerome Shogbon, and other members of the executive management team across the Group’s businesses.

Featuring messages from all and sundry on the importance of quality to the business in all areas, the key message as stated by the GMD, Mr. Rahul Savara in his opening remark was that “Quality is a culture which must be imbibed in every facet of the business’. This was reiterated by all the speakers as well.

 

The Chief Quality Officer for the Group, Mr. Mohammed Mustafa, recanted the reasons for the theme, stating that for the organization to achieve the 3Ps, it will take teamwork. In his words, “it is the policy of the Group to ensure that the businesses consistently deliver products and services to customers, which totally meet Quality, Food Safety, Efficacy and Regulatory requirements”.

The event wrapped up with the recitation and signing of the quality pledge, led by GED, Mr. J.O. Shogbon.

 

Meanwhile, staff across the Group celebrated the Food Safety Week with activities  such as: Quality Policy Recitation, Cleaning and Sanitation among others.

 

2019 TGI Management Trainee Program (LEAP)

We are seeking to hire top talents who are academically brilliant, hands-on and ready to explore unique career opportunities through our Management Trainee Program (LEAP).  

The objective of the program is to develop top graduates into world class Managers, to ensure a steady supply of well-trained managerial talent for TGI’s current and future business needs. The program is for one calendar year and is designed to be cross-functional

Our 2018 MTP set at LBS on a training as part of their program

Function Areas: Finance, Engineering, Sales, Human Resources, Agriculture/Agri-business, Strategy & Business Development, Production, Legal, HSE, Regulatory, Corporate Communication and Supply Chain

Job description

• To understudy line managers to acquire knowledge of methods, procedures, and standards required for the performance of departmental duties
• To train in functions and operations of related departments – Apply skills and energy to proactive learning and timely process/project completion
• To create value- provide support and solution based on departmental objectives, including reporting, presentation creation, strategic planning, data-entry etc.
• To implement assigned projects and also take up own projects that provides solutions/interventions in line with organizational business objectives.

Key competencies and attributes:

Candidates must have

• High integrity
• Effective communication skills (oral and written)
• Analytical and problem solving skills
• Sales skills
• Strategy formulation and business awareness
• Computer appreciation skills
• Relationship management skills
• Good work ethics

Geographical mobility: Candidate must be flexible and work in different business areas and locations across Nigeria when required

Application Requirements (Qualification): MBA/MSc/MA or 1st Class BSc with NYSC Discharge Certificate. Applicants must not be older than thirty (30) years by December 2018.

• How to Apply: Interested and qualified candidates should forward their Application with an updated CV to career@clicktgi.net with the subject ‘LEAP’ and indicate their function areas based on list provided above.
• Assessment details: Assessment would be in Abuja and Lagos in December 2018.
• Location:   Nigeria

CHI Farms Partners Zoetis to Improve Livestock Health in Nigeria

Chi Farms Limited is partnering with ZOETIS, a global animal health care company and representative of Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation in Africa to establish an ultra-modern veterinary centre in Ibadan, Oyo state, Nigeria, called “City Laboratory”.

The world class veterinary centre which will execute scientific research programmes, deliver quality diagnostic products, medicines and vaccines as well as carry out genetic tests, biodevices and a range of other animal care services was built under ZOETIS’s African Livestock Productivity and Health Advancement initiative (A.L.P.H.A.).

Supported by the ZOETIS/ALPHA Initiative, CHI Farm’s City Laboratory is being established with the purpose of improving livestock health in Nigeria through quality medical supplies and veterinary consultations to local farmers.

According to the General Manager of CHI Farms Limited, Dr. Tunji Olaitan, the laboratory will provide world class veterinary services, diagnosis and medicines for Nigerian farmers at affordable rates.

He further revealed that its partner, ZOETIS, will also support local farmers with all technical expertise as well as materials and equipment needed for education and training to help increase productivity.

“Access to the right medicines, diagnostics laboratory facilities and education nationwide will help farmers raise healthier animals and secure more sustainable revenues, which is critical to the health and economic development of the country. Only healthy animals can produce healthy food and that is what City Laboratory is all about” he said.

Everything about CHI Retail stores and where to find them

Chi Retail is the TGI subsidiary that owns and manages our retail stores called CHI SHOPPE. We strive to serve the Nigerian consumer with the freshest possible food products in a modern, hygienic and amiable environment. The stores offer a variety of products ranging from all food, beverages and other product brands from the TGI Group companies.

From our juices, milk, yoghurt, and snacks from CHI, to Rice from WACOT, to hand wash, dishwashing liquid, cold water starch and spray starch from CORMART, to fresh-frozen shrimps and fish from ORC, to fresh-frozen chicken and smoked chicken from CHI Farms, among many others, we make these products available regularly.

For us, it is an avenue to see, meet and hear from our customers directly. This way, we are able to gain insights which we can then translate into product development, innovation and improvements.

Despite our background, we still pride ourselves in our focus on customer satisfaction even in the retail environment. Right now, CHI Retail has stores across Lagos, and plans to spread to other areas of the country are underway.

Oh, by the way, if you’ve been living in (not under a rock ;)) or paying attention to Nigeria  at all in the last one year, then you must have heard something about WACOT’s Big Bull rice. The good news is that it’s now available in Chi Retail stores (see locations below).

    

Store Locations

• Ajao – No 5, Lambert Emasuen drive, Ajao Estate
• Ago – No 116/118, Ago Palace way (Egg Head Plaza)
• Ajah – km 22 Lagos-Epe expressway, beside Oando filling station, Ilaje b/stop, Ajah
• Apapa – No 7, Ado Avenue, behind Goodies
• FESTAC – House no 24, 2nd Avenue, FESTAC Town
• Gbagada – No 50, Diya street, Ifako, Gbagada
• Ikeja – No 23, Opebi road, Pentagon Plaza
• Ikoyi – No 97, Awolowo road, Ikoyi
• Lekki – No 25, Admiralty way, Lekki Phase 1
• Ogudu – No, 118, Ojota road, Ogudu
• Surulere – No 80, Adeniran Ogunsanya Road (Kings Plaza)

CHI Foundation Commissions Water Treatment Plants in 2 Communities in Lagos

MARCH 13, 2018: As part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), TGI Group, through its CSR arm, CHI Foundation, has commissioned two ultramodern water treatment plants in Isolo and Ejigbo Local Government Areas of Lagos State.
CHI Foundation is the Corporate Social Responsibility vehicle of Tropical General Investment (TGI) Group, the parent company of CHI Limited, WACOT and other affiliate companies, manufacturers of products such as Chivita, Hollandia, Big Bull Rice, Renew starch etc.
Members of the benefiting communities could not hide their joy as they turned out in droves for the handover ceremonies which took place at Awoyemi Street, NNPC Road, Ejibgo and Agedegudu Street, Mushin Road, Isolo respectively.
According to the Chairman of CHI Foundation, Rt. Rev. Oluranti Odubogun, the donation of the facilities is part of the Foundation’s bid to impact on the lives of the people and also fulfill the corporate social responsibility of the organisation.
Rev. Oluranti revealed that several projects have been carried out by the Foundation since inception all over the country.
“Since the inauguration of this Foundation, several impactful projects have been launched while several communities and people have benefited from these corporate initiatives of our brand”
“The Foundation’s vision of improving the quality of life of Nigerians is not confined to Lagos where the TGI Group has its corporate head office. Rather, the Foundation has provided state of the art borehole facilities to other states of the country like Oyo, Osun and Ekiti states”.
He encouraged the benefiting communities to take ownership of the projects and urged them to take all reasonable measures to protect them against misuse and vandalism. The Foundation promised to maintain the facilities for the next two years during which it will also undertake other projects that will make life more comfortable for them.
Speaking during the commissioning, the Chairman of Ejigbo LCDA, Hon. Alhaji Bello Monsuru Obe expressed delight at the project which he described as timely and thanked the management of TGI Group and CHI Foundation.
“I want to thank the management of TGI Group and CHI Foundation for this initiative and for coming to the rescue of Ejigbo people. This is the kind of CSR project I have been praying for” He said.
Also speaking the Chairman of Isolo Local Government Area, Honourable Samsudeen Abiodun Olaleye said “When I learnt that TGI Group’s CHI Foundation is behind this project, I was not surprised because they are known for good CSR initiatives. I want to show my gratitude to them and also urge our people to make good use of this facility”.
Commenting on behalf of Isolo community, Alhaji F.A Abisiga, Chairman Isolo Community Development Committee (CDC) appreciated CHI Foundation for the project and assured that the facility will be judiciously utilized.
Also commenting, Mr. Mudashiru Rabiu Oke, a community representative of Ejigbo LCDA said, he was delighted when he heard of the intention of CHI Foundation to establish a water project in Ejigbo and that he is more pleased now that the project has been completed and commissioned for use.
Mr. Oke added that the water project will go a long way in reducing the suffering of the people of Ejigbo who have to walk long distances every day to get access to clean water.

CHI Limited bags Guardian, MAN Awards… unveils new Limited Edition juice packs

Chi Limited has emerged winner of the Guardian Manufacturing Excellence Award 2017 for its commitment to excellence driven by consumer focus, creativity, superior product innovation and strategic marketing. The company clinched the Beverage Manufacturing Company of the Year Award. According to the Guardian Newspaper Manufacturing Excellence Awards committee, “despite the prevailing economic circumstances, Chi Limited, through its admired fruit juice brands, was able to spot opportunities and maintain excellence by putting in more effort and resources to further engage the dynamic Nigerian market, address competition, adopt cost-saving measures and step up their drive for innovation and capacity building in order to have done extraordinarily in 2016″.

Chi Limited was again honoured at the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria’s (MAN) 50th Annual General Meeting and Awards. The company was announced as first place winner for adopting best workplace production practices and processes among competing multinational companies in Nigeria. The award was in recognition of the company’s passion for excellence and commitment to sustainable development exemplified by its significant investment in manufacturing and other related infrastructural projects. MAN’s selection committee comprising of regulatory bodies, both at the federal and state levels, noted that Chi took first place because of its world class manufacturing facilities and processes.

Meanwhile, the company has unveiled the new Limited Edition Packs of one its renowned brand, Chivita 100%, featuring football stars like Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Paul Pogba, David De Gea and Anthony Martial as part of its ‘Breakfast with the Stars’ campaign to provide football loving Nigerians an opportunity to enjoy and share healthy and complete breakfast moments.

10 interesting facts about TGI Group (…that you may not know)

First Published: Jan. 29, 2018

What you (probably) already know:

Tropical General Investments (TGI) Group is a global conglomerate with a majority of its investments based in emerging markets. Across markets (globally), TGI Group owns over a hundred leading brands in Fast Moving Consumer Goods, Agricultural Inputs, Industrial Chemicals, Homecare Products and Pharmaceuticals.

What you may not know:

1. TGI Group was founded four decades ago and has been headquartered in Nigeria since.
2. The Chairman of TGI Group, Mr. Cornelis G. Vink (MFR) was decorated with National Honors as the Member of the Federal Republic of Nigeria by the late President Musa Yar’adua.
3. TGI Group has subsidiaries in the following sectors:
   • Food (rice, vegetable oils, frozen foods, etc.)
   • Agriculture (cash crops, inputs and implements)
   • Agriculture (poultry, livestock and aquaculture)
   • Pharmaceuticals
   • Chemicals (industrial and consumer/homecare)
   • Fish Trawling
   • Shipping and Marine Services
   • Oil and Gas (specialized oil field services)
   • Real Estate
   • Trading
4. Most of the businesses have evolved from the model of importation and distribution of finished goods to backward integration through local origination, processing, branding, distribution and in some cases, exportation.
5. CHI Limited – one of our founding companies was in February 2019, fully acquired by The Coca Cola Company.
6. WACOT Rice Mill -in Argungu, Kebbi State- is the largest parboiled rice mill in Africa.
7. TGI Group’s CORMART is one of foremost and largest manufacturers of Styrene-Acrylic in Nigeria – a key raw material for the paint industry.
8. CHI Farms is one of the largest suppliers of ‘Day-Old Chicks’ in Nigeria.
9. CHI Pharamceuticals is the youngest pharmaceutical company in West Africa to obtain the World Health Organization (WHO)’s Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) certification. Only eight pharmaceutical companies have the certification in the region.
10. FLUDOR Benin has the largest Cashew processing plant in the Republic of Benin, employing over 1000 women, who make up 85% of the entire workforce.
    

11. Yes, we said ten, but who doesn’t like a freebie? We have a big announcement coming soon!

 

RECRUITMENT: TGI Management Trainee Programme-2018

• TGI is seeking to hire young and talented candidates in Finance, Engineering, Agriculture (seed technician, Agri-inputs sales, CSR, General Business Discipline (HR, sales, supply chain, marketing, strategy, business development) across different locations in Nigeria through her 2018 Management Trainee Programme schedule to commence in Q1 2018
• The TGI Management Trainee Program (MTP) is part of our talent identification and development  programme, where for 1-year, enthusiastic, hands-on, brilliant and talented individuals from a range of professional backgrounds are rotated across our businesses, and equipped with the skills and opportunities needed to move our business to the next level. The programme is scheduled to commence in Q1 2018
• The programme will make the most of your potential, talent and experience whilst preparing you for business leadership roles. You will have the opportunity to learn alongside brilliant people in an environment that respects individuals, values diversity and encourages innovation. The programme encompasses rotation within and across functions in an accelerated learning environment.

 

Company profile:

• TGI Group is an international investment and holding company with over three decades of experience in building sustainable businesses in fast moving consumer goods (FMCG), agriculture, agro-allied, healthcare, chemicals, real estate and oil and gas across Africa, the Middle East and Asia.
• The TGI Group invests in emerging economies by adding value to locally available resources for both local consumption and the global market. We gain our competitive edge through performance orientation, promotion of change, and innovation at all levels of the organization.

Job title:                                             Management Trainee

Reference number:                       TGI MT – 0032018

Location:                                            Nigeria

Job type:                                            Full time

Job description:

• The Trainee role is an integral part of the TGI Management Development Scheme, targeted at identifying young, bright, ambitious and talented graduates who are desirous of a career in various business units across TGI Group.
• Qualified candidates will undergo a 12-month training programme involving formal training and experiential attachments in different departments on a rotational basis.
• At the end of the trainee programme, the objective is to provide opportunity for growth in key positions within the group, for all successful candidates through a work – based and instructional driven learning.

 

Requirements:

• Applicant must be a fresh Post-graduate from top ranked universities either in Nigeria or across the world, with not more than 3 years of experience.
• The ideal candidates must not be older than thirty (30) years as at December 2017 and should possess the following qualification and competencies:

 

Academic qualification:

Candidates must have

• Five (5) credit grades in WASC/GCE/SSCE including Mathematics, English and 3 other relevant subjects
• Bachelor’s Degree (BSc) Minimum of Second Class Honours (Upper Division)
• Master’s degree (MBA/MSc/MA).
• Relevant certification (added advantage)
• NYSC Discharge Certificate.

 

Key competencies: candidates should demonstrate the following competencies and attributes:

• High integrity
• Effective communication skills (oral and written)
• Strong analytical and presentation skills
• Excellent Sales and marketing skills
• Excellent strategy formulation and business awareness skills
• The ability to work with basic computer application (e.g. word, excel and PowerPoint and intranet mailing facility
• Strong passion for excellence
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic business environment
• Geographical mobility (candidate must be flexible and available to work in different business areas and locations in Nigeria when required)

 

How to Apply:

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their application with an updated CV to: career@clicktgi.net with the subject line “TGI Group Management Trainee Programme 2018″

Application Closing Date:                         Friday November 17^th 2017

Assessment details:                                    

Only qualified candidates will be invited and assessed as per below schedule:

• Aptitude Test: Saturday November 25^th 2017
• Assessment Center Lagos: Lagos (Saturday 2nd December 2017) Abuja (Saturday 9th December 2017)
• Executive Chat: 11th – 22nd December 2017
• Resumption: Monday 8th January 2018