Nestlé Waters has unveiled the Nestlé Water Quality Advocacy campaign; a bold initiative aimed at raising national awareness on the need for quality water across Nigeria. This campaign was developed in collaboration with the Organised Private Sector in Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (OPS-WASH).
Nestlé Waters and OPS-WASH have committed to taking the advocacy for quality water to all segments of society, from policymakers and businesses to schools, and grassroots communities, with the intent to close the knowledge gap around the invisible threats posed by contaminated water. The launch event in Abuja brought together key stakeholders to emphasise the critical importance of protecting the nation’s water sources to protect public health and enhance community well-being.
Speaking at the launch, Mr. Olatunji Olutayo, Business Executive Officer, Nestlé Waters and Premium Beverages, highlighted Nestlé’s strong commitment to quality which is the foundation for the water quality advocacy campaign.
Speaking on Nestlé Waters quality standards, he said: “Water stewardship is a priority for Nestlé Waters. By 2025, we aim for all our sites to be certified under the Alliance for Water Stewardship Standard, underlining our commitment to sustainable water use, community engagement, and responsible watershed management.”
He said that these measures align closely with the objectives of the advocacy campaign: promoting universal access to safe water, ensuring transparent monitoring and accountability, encouraging multi-stakeholder collaboration, and pushing for sustainable, long-term solutions.
“Our central message is clear, water safety must become a priority in every home, business, and public institution,” he added.
Dr. Nicholas Igwe, National Coordinator, OPS-WASH, on his part said “Water is life, yet millions of Nigerians are still unaware of the quality of the water they consume daily. This campaign is therefore about more than raising awareness;
