Summary Journal 1 CSR and sustainable community development in Nigeria: WAPCO, a case from the cement industry.

In conclusion, this research paper is talking about How WAPCO reaction to the CSR and sustainable development in Nigeria. WAPCO is producer of cement industry in Nigeria and was in the Nigerian stock exchange since 1979. This paper has shown not only the extent in CSR activities but also include sustainable development in their business operation country. The different stakeholders have different objective in order to get the benefit from CSR activities. This research was conduct 15-factor to determine cover three areas of sustainable development: economic, society and environment. As from the research paper, it can be clearly seen that WAPCO are good in practice on welfare and pension costs, safety etc. But the author suggests WAPCO should highly emphasize on clear strategy in environmental and code of conduct on bribery and corruption with Nigeria government (Evidence is not enough). In the same way, Health (HIV/Malaria) is the significant for WAPCO to push more CSR activities and budget in this area. Admittedly, CSR is the important role on society the polluting company like WAPCO and other firms should be aware to adjust 15-factors framework to sustainable development for long-term effectiveness.

Remark: The reason why I choose this journal because the topic is related with my team project (Oil & Gas) and Nigeria is poorest country. The information from this journal can help me gain more knowledge about CSR and Sustainable development. Name: Praveena Insong ID:5419234 Section 8