Nestlé Nigeria has partnered with the Federal Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation to launch a National Water Quality Advocacy Campaign.
This is aimed at raising awareness, educating communities, and mobilising multi-stakeholder action around water safety and sustainable water practices.
According to a statement by Nestlé Nigeria, the campaign is also to scale up water quality management initiatives across the country.
The collaboration was announced in Abuja during a courtesy visit by Nestlé and members of the Organised Private Sector in Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (OPS-WASH).
This reinforced FG’s commitment to advancing President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda through improved access to clean water and sanitation.
At the meeting, the Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Prof. Joseph Utsev, welcomed the partnership, as he noted its importance in tackling persistent public health threats such as cholera and diarrhea.
He addressed challenges related to flooding and climate resilience.
He assured the mnistry’s full support for Nestlé’s campaign and pledged timely collaboration to deliver impactful results.
“Clean water is not just a necessity, it is a right and a responsibility.
“The ministry is committed to working with Nestlé Nigeria to improve water quality across the country.
“This partnership is in line with our mission to ensure safe water access and support the health and wellbeing of all Nigerians.
“The ministry is fully committed to working with Nestlé Nigeria and other partners to enhance water quality nationwide, ensuring healthier lives for our people.”
Speaking on the company’s role, Ms Victoria Uwadoka, Corporate Communications, Public Affairs, and Sustainability Lead at Nestlé Nigeria, said, “Water is essential to life, yet millions of Nigerians remain at risk due to unsafe water sources.
“Our campaign is not just about raising awareness, it’s about shifting behaviors and building partnerships that deliver lasting impact.
“We’re working across communities, industries, and institutions to help close the knowledge gap, improve water safety, and support national health outcomes.”
She emphasised that the campaign rests on three pillars: building awareness and knowledge, engaging stakeholders at all levels, and driving long-term, sustainable action.
Providing additional perspective, Dr Nicholas Igwe, National Coordinator of OPS-WASH, shared details of the initiative’s community reach, “We are taking a long-term, impact-led approach.
“In Abaji Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory, 16 communities will benefit from water quality interventions, while 8 communities in Agbara, Ogun State, are also included.
“In addition, two agricultural communities will receive water harvesting systems to support irrigation and food production.”
Also speaking, Mrs Elizabeth Ugoh, Director of Water Quality Control and Sanitation, underscored the value of current baseline water quality data in supporting evidence-based action and strengthening the partnership.
