Monday, November 18, 2024 -Reckitt, a global leader in hygiene, health, and nutrition, has been honoured for its outstanding contributions to Nigeria’s Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) sector. The prestigious award was presented by the Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation, Mr. Richard Pheelangwah, on behalf of the Minister, Professor Joseph Terlumun Utsev, during the 2024 Global Handwashing Day Federal Government commemoration event in Abuja on 15th October 2024.
This recognition highlights Reckitt’s partnership with the Ministry in
advocating for good hygiene practices in the country. Their impactful WASH
initiatives, particularly through its flagship brands, Dettol and Harpic. In
2024, Dettol’s Hygiene Quest program directly engaged over 250,000
individuals—including school children, pregnant and lactating mothers, and
community members—while indirectly reaching an additional 2 million people. The
program has played a pivotal role in promoting life-saving handwashing
practices across Nigeria, aligning with global efforts to combat preventable
diseases. Since 2013, Dettol has directly educated over 6 million children and
4 million mothers with Its hygiene education programs.
On the sanitation front, Harpic, Nigeria’s leading toilet cleaning
brand, has been a key player in advocating for improved sanitation practices.
In line with Sustainable Development Goal 6 (SDG 6), which aims to ensure
access to safe water and sanitation for all by 2030, Harpic has partnered with
the Federal Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation, and the Lagos State
Ministry of Environment on global advocacy programs such as the “World Toilet
Day” to raise awareness on the negative impact of Open defecation, and
collaborates on awareness initiatives in key regions across Nigeria to address
the global sanitation crisis.
Speaking on the recognition, Cassandra Uzo-Ogbugh, Head of External
Affairs, Media and Partnerships at Reckitt Sub-Saharan Africa, said, “This
award speaks to the incredible work Reckitt has done in Nigeria to improve
hygiene practices, especially in underserved communities. We are honoured to
collaborate with the Federal Ministry of Water Resources and our partners in
this vital mission. Every effort to instil proper hygiene and sanitation habits
is a step towards a healthier Nigeria.”
Reckitt’s holistic approach to hygiene and sanitation, through its
trusted brands Dettol and Harpic, continues to make significant strides in
addressing Nigeria’s WASH challenges. As the company remains committed to
fostering a healthier, cleaner nation, this award serves as both an
acknowledgement of its past achievements and a motivation for future efforts.
Together with its partners, Reckitt envisions a future where access to clean
water, proper sanitation, and hygiene education becomes a reality for every
Nigerian.
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