Unilever Nigeria emphasises importance of oral hygiene

Unilever Nigeria once again demonstrated its commitment to helping to build a bright future for Nigerian children as it organised a special event in Makoko community in Lagos to commemorate the 2018 Children’s Day.

The event, held at Ken Ade Private School, Makoko and attended by children from other schools in the community, had over 500 children in attendance and provided a good opportunity for Unilever to emphasise the importance of good health and wellbeing through its message of oral hygiene.

The children were told that oral health impacts significantly on the entire human body. As such, it was important for everyone, especially children, to take proper care of their mouth by brushing twice daily.

In addition to the educative session on oral and general hygiene, the children were treated to various fun activities like games, cultural dance competition, march past around the neighbourhood, bouncing castle, among others to deepen social interactions among them.

Ayodele Alabi, sustainable business manager, Unilever Ghana and Nigeria, said that as an organisation with a vision to make Sustainable Living Commonplace, it was part of Unilever’s commitment to invest in communities around its operational bases through various social projects.

“Here in Makoko, we believe we can play a part in improving the health and well-being of the people who reside here, reducing environmental impact, and providing enhanced livelihood through our brands and operations,” Alabi said.

“It is in demonstration of this that we dedicated today to spend quality time with children in the community and educate them on the importance of general hygiene, while creating an atmosphere of fun and laughter,” he said.

Also speaking, Nnenna Ikpeme, perfect city manager, Customer Development, Unilever Nigeria, said the company was pleased to celebrate the day with children in Makoko community.

“Over time, we have contributed to making the school environment a more conducive learning environment through the installation of a water station, construction of toilet facilities and building of a waste collection centre,” Ikpeme said.

Bawo Ayeseminikan, founder of Ken Ade Private School, Makoko, on behalf of principals of the schools in attendance, said Unilever is a friend of the community.

“The unique thing about Unilever support for the children is demonstrated through their bias for action. They have given us facilities like a school fence, water, toilets and a waste station,” Ayeseminikan said. “This is besides their physical presence at every given opportunity to educate the children on hygiene, all in a bid to make the environment safer and healthier for the children.”

CHINWE AGBEZE