Nestlé’s Clean-Up Initiative Makes a Difference in Community Engagement In Nigeria
Nestlé Nigeria has once again demonstrated its dedication to environmental sustainability by organizing a nationwide clean-up and community sensitization campaign for the sixth consecutive year.
This impressive initiative, carried out in partnership with the African Clean-Up Initiative (ACI) and local authorities, brought together 516 Nestlé Cares volunteers from various offices and factories across the country.
The clean-up drive covered 11 cities, targeting high-traffic market areas such as Oke-Arin Market in Lagos, Utako Market in Abuja, and Mile 3 Market in Port Harcourt.
The strategic selection of these locations was based on their significant waste burden and potential community impact. Through this joint effort, a substantial amount of waste was collected, including 5,601 kilograms of solid waste and 379.2 kilograms of recyclable waste.
Victoria Uwadoka, Lead of Corporate Communications, Public Affairs, and Sustainability at Nestlé Nigeria, emphasized the company’s commitment to reducing plastic waste, highlighting its alignment with the World Environment Day theme, “Curbing Plastic Pollution.”
Uwadoka said, “Our vision for a waste-free future drives our efforts to combat plastic waste through innovative partnerships and community engagement.”
Nestlé Nigeria has partnered with key organizations, including the Food and Beverage Recycling Alliance (FBRA) and plastic waste recyclers, to promote circularity in the plastics value chain.
The company’s Employee Plastics Collection Scheme (EPCS) empowers employees to take ownership of their environmental footprint by recycling their plastic waste. Since 2022, the EPCS has diverted 5,922 kilograms of plastic waste from landfills, contributing to the company’s overall goal of reducing plastic waste.
Dr. Alex Akhigbe, Founder of the African Clean-Up Initiative, noted that this initiative represents a broader movement towards sustainability, grounded in collective responsibility and community engagement.
“Every bottle collected and every conversation started contributes to shaping a culture of environmental awareness,” he said. “Our goal is to inspire a generation that values and protects the planet.”
Nestlé Nigeria’s annual clean-up campaign showcases its integrated approach to sustainability, combining corporate accountability with grassroots engagement.
By tackling waste management at both systemic and community levels, the company demonstrates how businesses can lead in environmental stewardship while empowering communities to take action.
Nestlé Nigeria, has reiterated its commitment to creating shared value and promoting sustainability.
Nestlé Cares, the company’s employee volunteering platform, engages employees in community service and environmental initiatives, reflecting Nestlé’s dedication to social responsibility and environmental stewardship.
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