Cadbury Nigeria Plc, a subsidiary of Mondelez International and one of the largest fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) in the world, yesterday, celebrated 60 years of operational resilience in the country with a promise to continue to create value.

At the celebration of its diamond jubilee at the company’s headquarters in Lagos, the company pledged to continue creating value for its stakeholders, including investors, customers, distributors, consumers and workers.

In a lecture commemorating the occasion, its former chairman, Dr Christopher Kolade, emphasised the importance of adhering to core principles, even as the business landscape evolves.

Sharing his personal life philosophy, he said change was inevitable while good principles remain constant.

Drawing inspiration from Winston Churchill’s leadership during World War II, which highlighted the need for leaders to adapt to changing context, he stressed the significance of prioritising people over status, citing a personal experience when he was still at Cadbury Nigeria.

According to him, human capital aligns with the company’s commitment to sustainable growth and development. He said people are the most important resource in the management of any business or company.

The company, which is publicly traded on the Nigerian Stock Exchange, said it intends to remain in Nigeria and is committed to driving innovation, quality and profitability while keeping people at the forefront of its operations.