At Promoters Enterprises Ltd, our Guiding Principles provide that we will respect others and succeed together. Respecting the human rights of our employees, along with those in our value chain, and the communities in which we operate is the cornerstone of our Human Rights Policy. We believe that the true measure of success is not just the results we achieve, but how we achieve them.
As such, Promoters Enterprises Ltd.’s Human Rights Policy aligns with our Values and Our Code of Conduct, and business policies covering diversity, environment, health and safety, and employee relations.
The Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 (as amended) guarantees civil and political rights in Chapter IV. These human rights include the rights to life, personal liberty, fair trial, freedom of thought, conscience and religion, etc. By the provision of section 46 of the Constitution, any person who alleges that any of the provisions of Chapter IV has been, is being or likely to be contravened in any state in relation to him may apply to a High Court in that state for redress.
The Human Rights Policy also reflects the principles contained in the International Bill of Human Rights, International Labor Organization Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work, the United Nations Our Compact and the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights.
The Human Rights Policy applies to all Promoters Enterprises Ltd employees and joint venture employees over which Promoters Enterprises Ltd has management control.
Promoters Enterprises Ltd recognizes the importance of maintaining and promoting the fundamental human rights of employees by operating under programs and policies that:
Promoters Enterprises Ltd prohibits the use of all forms of forced labor, including indentured labor, slave labor and any form of human trafficking. No use of physical punishment or threats of violence or other forms of physical, sexual, psychological or verbal abuse as method of discipline or control will be tolerated in the workplace.
Promoters Enterprises Ltd prohibits any type of discrimination or harassment based on age, race, sex, color, national origin, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Furthermore, the basis of recruitment, hiring, placement, training, compensation and advancement at Promoters Enterprises Ltd is qualifications, skills, experience, and performance. We value the diversity and unique contributions of our employees and have a long-standing commitment to equal opportunity and intolerance of discrimination and harassment.
Promoters Enterprises Ltd prohibits the hiring of individuals under the age of (18) or the local legal minimum working age or the compulsory schooling age, whichever is higher. Younger workers maybe employed through Company approved, short-term internships, apprenticeships or work experience programs, but they are never permitted to do work that may threaten their health and safety, or hinder their education or vocational orientation and training.
Promoters Enterprises Ltd provides and maintains a safe and healthy workplace and complies with applicable safety and health laws, regulations, and internal requirements. We are dedicated to ensuring a safe workplace by minimizing the risk of accidents, injury and exposure to health risks. We are committed to engaging with our employees to continually improve health and safety in our workplaces, including the identification of hazards and remediation of health and safety issues.
Promoters Enterprises Ltd provides and maintains a workplace that is free from violence, harassment, intimidation, and other unsafe or disruptive conditions due to internal and external threats.
Promoters Enterprises Ltd respects our employees’ right to join, form or not to join a labor union without fear of reprisal, intimidation, or harassment. Where employees are represented by a legally recognized union, we are committed to establishing a constructive dialogue with their freely chosen representatives. Promoters Enterprises Ltd is committed to bargaining in good faith with such representatives.
Promoters Enterprises Ltd compensates employees competitively relative to the industry and complies with all applicable local laws governing the payment of wages and benefits to employees. We compensate by overtime packages or flexible allowances.
Promoters Enterprises Ltd encourages all employees to report violations of the Human Rights Policy through one of several channels available to them without fear of reprisal. Employees can contact:
Retaliation against an employee for reporting an issue in good faith is a violation of our Code of Conduct and our Non-Retaliation Policy.
Around the world many women face discrimination and disadvantage, lack access to skills and training, and face roadblocks to their active participation in the economy. They often lack the protection of basic rights and laws. Poverty, discrimination and violence against women are major barriers to opportunity.
Women are integral to our business model and growth ambitions. We seek to manage and grow socially responsible businesses where women participate on an equal basis. We believe that women’s rights and economic inclusion are priorities to win long-term.
Our approach starts with the respect of the rights of women and extends to their promotion as well as helping to develop skills and open up opportunities, both in our own operations and our value chain.
We always comply with the local laws, regulations and local customs with regards to working hours, overtime and rest. We compensate by overtime packages or flexible allowances. The Company reserves the right to amend this policy at any time.
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