7,500 residents obtain potable water in 4 communities in Ogun State vanguardngr.com vanguardnews
With the commissioning of four additional community water facilities in Areke, Bara, Owode Egba and the Alamala Military Barracks in Ogun State, 7,500 more people in the areas now have access to clean, safe drinking water in view of the 2019 theme for World Water Day – “Leaving no one Behind.”The projects were executed and delivered by Nestle Nigeria as part of actions to provide clean safe water to inhabitants in the communities where it operates.
Nestle works alongside government and other stakeholders to improve livelihoods in the communities where it operates by Creating Shared Value for everyone across its value chain. One of the focus areas is water. “Everyone has the right to water, no matter where they are. Individuals and families need water for drinking, personal and household hygiene, laundry and cooking amongst other needs.
“As we reflect on the theme for World Water Day, we reiterate our commitment to improving livelihoods in our communities.”At the commissioning of the community water projects, Mr Ibukun Ipinmoye, Nestle Flowergate Factory Manager said: “Today is very significant for us as it is another step towards ensuring that everyone in our community has access to clean, safe water for their basic daily needs.
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