Vitafoam Upgrades LASUED Chemistry Lab

Vitafoam Nigeria Plc has refurbished a Chemistry Laboratory at the Lagos State University of Education (LASUED), Ijanikin, providing improved facilities for students and creating a more conducive environment for practical learning, experimentation and scientific inquiry. The upgraded laboratory, commissioned on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, is in line with the company's Corporate Social Responsibility commitment to supporting the education sector and investing in human capital development.

Speaking at the handover ceremony at the university's Oto/Ijanikin Main Campus, Vitafoam's Group Managing Director, Taiwo Adeniyi, reaffirmed the company's commitment to supporting educational institutions in Nigeria and contributing to the development of quality education. "Vitafoam Nigeria Plc's operations are fundamentally rooted in chemistry, which is why initiatives that promote chemistry education are important. They provide a pathway for developing future talent for the company and the wider industry," Adeniyi said.

The intervention goes beyond the physical renovation of the laboratory, as improved facilities can help bridge the gap between classroom instruction and hands-on learning. The upgraded laboratory is expected to provide students with a better-equipped environment to develop practical skills and deepen their understanding of chemistry and other science-related disciplines. For Vitafoam, the project underscores its approach to corporate responsibility as an investment in the future of education and the development of young Nigerians. By supporting critical learning infrastructure, the company is contributing to efforts to strengthen science education and equip students with the knowledge and practical competencies needed for their future academic and professional pursuits.

Vice-Chancellor of LASUED, Professor Bidemi Bilkis Lafiaji-Okuneye, expressed appreciation for Vitafoam's contribution and urged students and other users of the facility to maintain the upgraded laboratory. She also called on other corporate organisations to support the university, citing the need for continued investment in academic infrastructure. The Vice-Chancellor specifically acknowledged the facilitator of the project, Professor Olatoun Rachel Okunuga, who is currently serving at LASUED on sabbatical from the University of Lagos, for playing a pivotal role in bringing the project to the university. She also congratulated the Dean of the College of Science Education, Professor Oginni Aderonke Margaret, for recording the achievement during her tenure.

The commissioning ceremony was attended by dignitaries including the Commercial Director, Vitafoam Nigeria Plc, Dahiru Gambo, and other principal officers and members of staff of the university.

This latest intervention forms part of Vitafoam's broader and sustained commitment to corporate social responsibility across Nigeria's education and healthcare sectors. In February 2026, the company donated 100 hospital-grade mattresses to the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH) to support patient care. In December 2025, Vitafoam donated 40 double bunk beds and 80 mattresses to the College of Nursing Sciences at the Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH), Idi-Araba, underscoring its commitment to supporting healthcare education and community welfare. The company's subsidiary, Vitapur Nigeria Limited, also donated a prefabricated insulated building to the University of Lagos in August 2025 to support learning and manpower development.

Vitafoam has consistently invested in health-related initiatives, including support for maternity homes, orphanages, general hospitals, and organisations serving people with disabilities. The company's 60-year-old "First Baby" programme, which recognises the first three babies born at designated hospitals on January 1 each year, remains one of its most enduring CSR initiatives. Vitafoam's dedication to quality, comfort, and innovation remains central to its operations, particularly in healthcare and educational settings where wellbeing and learning outcomes are critical.

For LASUED, the refurbished Chemistry Laboratory represents more than just an infrastructure upgrade; it is a vital tool for equipping the next generation of scientists, educators, and innovators with the practical skills they need to succeed. As Nigeria continues to grapple with challenges in science education, including inadequate laboratory facilities and limited access to modern equipment, corporate interventions like Vitafoam's play a crucial role in bridging the gap. By investing in the learning environment of students, Vitafoam is not only fulfilling its corporate social responsibility but also contributing meaningfully to the development of Nigeria's future human capital.