CAP Reaffirms Commitment to Lead-Free Future

In line with its enduring commitment to health, safety, and environmental sustainability, Chemical and Allied Products (CAP) Plc, joined the world in observing International Lead Poisoning Prevention Week (ILPPW) 2025, themed, “No Safe Level: Act Now to End Lead Exposure.” The week-long campaign, running from October 19 to 25, aims to raise awareness about the dangers of lead exposure and accelerate collective action toward its complete elimination.

Reinforcing this dedication to safety, Managing Director of CAP Plc, Bolarin Okunowo, stated: “At CAP PLC, we believe safety should be a standard, not a choice. Our commitment to creating safe and sustainable products goes beyond business, it is about people. By supporting International Lead Poisoning Prevention Week 2025, we are renewing our responsibility to ensure that every Nigerian, especially our children, can live, learn, and grow in healthier spaces.”

“Ending lead exposure is a shared responsibility,” Okunowo added. “It requires action from policymakers, manufacturers, artisans, and families alike. For us at CAP Plc, we are a part of this greater movement, one that is painting a brighter, safer, and more sustainable future for generations to come.

CAP PLC’s environmental strategy aligns with Nigeria’s sustainability vision and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs 3, 11, 12, and 13). The company has adopted low-VOC and eco-friendly paint technologies that reduce emissions and improve indoor air quality, implemented responsible waste management and recycling systems, and invested in environmentally conscious finishing methods that protect both applicators and end-users.

Beyond compliance, CAP integrates education and empowerment into its operations. Through the CAP Painter’s Academy, equip artisans with modern skills to deliver superior finishes that extend building longevity while reducing environmental and health risks.