NESTLE NIGERIA – BUILDING FUTURE SUSTAINABILTY CHAMPIONS
The Sustainability training organized by Nestlé Nigeria in collaboration with the
International Climate Change Development Initiative (ICCDI) for schools under the
Nestlé for Healthier Kids program in Ogun State has been concluded.
The maiden edition of the training reached more than 150 children in primary 5
classes at St Paul’s Anglican School, Obafemi Owode and Salvation Army Primary
School 1, Agbara, both in Ogun State.
For six weeks, the children were trained on a more sustainable approach to
managing and recycling waste, in a bid to instill responsible behaviors and enable
them to become better stewards of our planet.
Commenting on the training, the Corporate Communications and Public Affairs
Manager for Nestlé Nigeria, Victoria Uwadoka said, “I am excited at the interest
and passion of the children throughout the training. Learning about simple
measures for preserving the integrity of the environment like waste sorting and
conversion of waste to useful products are valuable lessons for children enabling
them inculcate the right habits at an early age’.
“As a company, we are committed to protecting the environment for future
generations. Equipping children with the right information to develop healthy
lifestyles is a key part of achieving this commitment. We hope to extend the reach
and scale of the training in the near future”, she said.
Speaking at the closing event, Olumide Idowu, founder of the International Climate
Change Development Initiative said, “Young people are like seeds. When watered
and well-nourished, they blossom and become radiant. Through the training, the
children are better informed on their responsibilities in caring for the environment.
The practical sessions were particularly instructive with the children learning on
creation of useful items like side tables “Ottoman” out of waste pet bottles. Actions
such as these, do not only help to address the challenge of indiscriminate litter of
the environment, but also assist with the reduction in the use of wood from trees
by 70%, ultimately protecting our environment”.
Also speaking at the event, the Director, Social Mobilization Ogun State Universal
Basic Education Board, Mr. Olusegun Alade said, “The Board appreciates the
consistent support of Nestlé Nigeria for the training and development of Ogun
State Children. It is heart-warming to see children create functional items out of
waste materials. I strongly encourage the children to utilize the knowledge acquired
in the last six weeks not only in school but also at home particularly during the
forthcoming holidays”.
The exceptional students in both schools took home prizes, expressing their joy at
participating in the training and being recognized for their efforts and performance.
Nestlé for Healthier Kids (N4HK) is the company’s flagship initiative which aims to
help 50 million children globally lead healthier lives by 2030. In Nigeria, N4HK
incorporates a school-based nutrition education program, which helps children
imbibe healthy habits including good nutrition, active lifestyles through adequate
physical activity, good hygiene practices and healthy hydration
About Author
