Fatgbems, Ardova Partner to Foster Team Bonding

Top indigenous players in the downstream sector, Fatgbems Group of Company and Ardova Plc have partnered to host Workers Day Extravaganza in Lagos. The event which was co-hosted by the two organizations was used to foster team bonding and to celebrate workers day 2025.

The event which featured a novelty football match between the two sides and other side attractions was used to showcase true Nigerian spirit which promotes togetherness irrespective of our different ideologies or goals. The top management team of the two oil and gas giants witnessed what was described as a major historical milestone in the industry.

In attendance was the Group Chairman of Ardova Plc, Dr. AbdulWasiu Sowami, Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Fatgbems Group, Dr. Kabir Gbemisola and other top member of the excos of the two organizations.

Speaking at the event, the Managing Director, Ardova Plc, Mr. Moshood Olajide stated that it is a welcome idea for the companies to come together to make a statement in action while fostering team bonding, employee development and enhancing the networking mantra needed for growth within and outside of the industry. We at Ardova Plc are committed to such an idea as this because we have a strong focus on the wellbeing of our employees.

In his own comments, Chief Operating Officer, Fatgbems Group, Mr. Ayodele Odulaja, described the event as first of its kind and applauded the organizers for a well-thought-out idea to create that much needed bonding outside of the four walls offices to exercise, laugh and network.

Mr. Odulaja further restated the importance of making the workplace conducive and most importantly placing a high value on the workforce.

Mr. Grant Onome, Head of Brand & Corporate Communications, also extended his gratitude to the two management teams for approving and supporting the team bonding initiative. He went further to congratulate the event coordinators on their outstanding work and thanked all staff who participated both on the field or as enthusiastic fans, encouraging both companies to continue hosting such events, fostering staff interconnectivity and a healthier work environment.

The keenly contested football game saw the Ardova Plc team snatching a late goal to come out victorious over the Fatgbems Group team with 4 goals to 3 margins at the end of regulation time. Both teams were given N2.5m each, while the officials were appreciated with N500,000.