Who we are
We are FIRSTGATE, a company registered under the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
Our aim is to rid our contemporary society of offensive and toxic odours which not only pollute the environment but also pose great health challenges to our people particularly in Nigeria, through the use of organic, eco-friendly materials, rather than the traditional chemical-based solutions.
Our track record of achievement of targeted results and efficiency can be verified from a number of companies, hotels and other business premises, chief among whom is the Transcorp Hilton Hotel and the Lagos/Abuja Continental Hotels.

Mission
Our mission is to harness the power of nature to create a cleaner, safer, and more sustainable world by providing innovative, plant-based solutions that effectively eliminate odours at the source, protect public health and the environment, and deliver superior value to our industrial and commercial partners.

Vision & Core Goals
The core goals of plant-based odour control revolve around providing effective, sustainable, and safe alternatives to traditional chemical methods, primarily by neutralizing malodorous compounds at their source using natural processes.

• Effective Odour Elimination: To completely eliminate odours by breaking down and neutralizing odour molecules rather than just masking them with fragrances.

• Environmental Responsibility: To offer a near-zero carbon footprint solution that preserves natural resources, protects biodiversity, and avoids the introduction of toxic or hazardous substances into the environment.

• Health and Safety: To create safer environments for employees, the public, and animals by using non-toxic, non-hazardous, and biodegradable formulations.

• Regulatory Compliance: To help facilities meet or exceed stringent environmental and workplace safety regulations regarding air quality and odour pollution, thus avoiding fines and operational limits.

• Cost Efficiency: To provide cost-effective solutions that reduce the significant capital investment and operational costs associated with conventional odour control infrastructure.

• Community Well-being: To improve the quality of life for neighboring communities and employees by mitigating odour nuisance, which can otherwise cause health issues like headaches or nausea, and supporting a company’s “social license to operate”.

Our Philosophy & Approach
The philosophy behind plant-based odour control is to provide a safe, sustainable, and effective alternative to traditional chemical methods by using natural, biodegradable formulations to neutralize odours at the molecular level. The primary goal is to eliminate malodours completely without introducing new toxins or harsh chemicals into the environment.
We help communities/companies reduce industrial odour nuisance. Sustainable, measurable, and without compromising the process.
Every industry has its own unique processes, odour sources, and requirements. We understand that context and have in-depth knowledge of odour component, measurement and international regulations. We apply this expertise to provide a well-founded, feasible, and future proof solution for every situation.

Our History
2001 Marked a turning point in our work. New environmental requirements and stricter regulations demanded innovation. Together with leading industrial partners we developed D-LIMO: a system that effectively tackles odour at their source using OIL WATER technology. Since then, we have consciously chosen to focus on a single solution, continuously improved within our region.