The Minister for Labour, Jobs and Employment, Dr Abdul-Rashid Hassan Pelpuo, has paid a working visit to Nutrifoods Ghana Limited, a joint venture between Olam and Sanyo and a leading player in Ghana’s culinary and snacks categories within the FMCG sector.
The Minister toured Nutrifoods’ manufacturing facility in the Tema Industrial Area, which produces Tasty Tom Enriched Tomato Mix and is recognised as the largest tomato-based processing and canning facility in West Africa.
He commended the company’s strong focus on consumer safety, particularly against the backdrop of over fourteen years without any Lost Time Due to Accidents (LTA).
Dr Pelpuo also praised Nutrifoods for operating a 24-hour shift system, in line with the Government’s 24-hour economy policy, and for its contribution to job creation and economic growth.
Addressing the media, the Minister applauded the company’s commitment to producing high-quality products and expressed particular satisfaction that all its products and brands are homegrown in Ghana.
“I am impressed that the company is well established here and that the products are made in Ghana by Ghanaians,” he said.
He added that his interactions with management and staff were encouraging, noting a healthy labour relations climate with compliance across occupational safety and health standards, as well as labour laws.
The Minister further emphasised that the government sees the private sector as a key partner in addressing unemployment and is therefore committed to supporting the development of a robust private sector.
The Managing Director and Business Head of Nutrifoods Ghana Limited, Jay Anjaria, stated that the company employs nearly 2,000 people and continues to invest in building local intellectual and technical capacity aligned with international manufacturing benchmarks.
He noted that Nutrifoods Ghana has been recognised as a Top Employer in Ghana and Africa for five consecutive years, certified by the Top Employers Institute, reflecting its strong people practices, commitment to employee development, and inclusive work culture.
The Minister was accompanied by Directors of the Ministry and other officials during the visit.
Nutrifoods Ghana Limited produces household brands such as Tasty Tom, NutriSnax, Royal King Cracker, and Perk. With nearly 15 years of local presence, the company has built a strong portfolio of homegrown brands developed in Ghana to meet the tastes and needs of Ghanaian consumers.
