Nestlé Nigeria has teamed up with the Federal Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation to start a national campaign focused on clean water. The goal is to improve public health by making sure more people have access to safe drinking water. This is important because unsafe water can cause serious diseases like cholera and diarrhea.
In a statement, Nestlé said that by making water safety a priority, both the company and the government are helping to reduce illnesses caused by dirty water and improve the health of communities.
Professor Joseph Terlumun Utsev, the Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, highlighted how important clean water is for protecting people’s health. He praised the partnership as both timely and helpful in dealing with health risks and bigger issues like flooding and climate change.
The Minister also said that the Ministry is fully committed to working with Nestlé to improve water quality in Nigeria. He added that this fits with the Ministry’s goal of giving all Nigerians access to safe water and better health.
Victoria Uwadoka, who leads Communications and Sustainability at Nestlé, said that water is vital for life, yet many Nigerians still rely on unsafe sources. She explained that the campaign is not just about education, but also about changing behaviors and building strong partnerships to make a real difference.
She added that the campaign has three main goals: spreading awareness, involving people and organizations at every level, and encouraging long-term solutions for clean water. These actions aim to help people understand more about water safety and improve public health across the country.
Dr. Nicholas Igwe, who leads the Organized Private Sector in Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (OPS-WASH), said that 16 communities in Abaji (in the Federal Capital Territory) and 8 in Agbara (Ogun State) will benefit from water quality projects. Two farming communities will also get water-harvesting systems to help with irrigation and boost food production.
Dr. Igwe added that with support from top government officials and private companies, the campaign shows a united effort to solve one of Nigeria’s toughest health problems. By providing cleaner water, the program hopes to reduce disease and build stronger, healthier communities.
