Axxela Limited, a gas and power portfolio company in sub-Saharan Africa, has been acknowledged for its role in Nigeria’s energy transition and efforts to promote sustainable energy access for industrial development.

In a statement, the company said it was named the Winner of the Carbon Reduction & Clean Energy Leader of the Year and Runner-Up for Most Sustainable Company of the Year at the 2025 Social Impact and Sustainability Awards organised by CSR Reporters.

According to Axxela, the expansion of its natural gas infrastructure and delivery of cleaner energy to over 200 industrial customers contributed to a reduction of more than 703,000 tonnes of CO₂ in a single year.

Axxela said it also holds an EcoVadis Gold Rating, placing it among the top five per cent of companies globally assessed on environmental, social, and governance performance.

The rating, it was stated, reflects the company’s efforts to transition industries from heavy fuels to cleaner energy solutions while promoting responsible industrial practices.

Commenting on the awards, Group Chief Executive Officer of Axxela Limited, Timothy Ononiwu, said, “These recognitions validate our long-term vision for sustainability and cleaner energy delivery. We remain committed to expanding our impact across Nigeria’s industrial sector and accelerating the nation’s low-carbon transition. Our approach to sustainability is practical, intentional, and deeply rooted in the way we serve our customers across diverse industries.”

The Director of Corporate Operations at Axxela, Tuoyo Ejueyitchie, added, “For us at Axxela, we are proud that our sustainability and ESG strategies are yielding measurable results. We believe that true operational excellence means delivering value responsibly, balancing environmental stewardship, social impact, and sound governance to create long-term sustainability for our stakeholders.”