In a significant push to improve health and hygiene standards, over 300 schools and communities in Kwara State have been educated and trained on the importance of personal hygiene, particularly handwashing.
This initiative, conducted by The Wellbeing Foundation Africa (WBFA) Dettol Nigeria in partnership with Reckitt, is part of the Accelerating the Hygiene Quest program, which targets schools, communities, and healthcare facilities.
The program has reached ten local government areas in the state, focusing on practical measures to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.
At a stakeholders’ meeting held in Ilorin, WBFA’s Director of Programming and Reporting, Mr. William Awotunde, reaffirmed the foundation’s dedication to improving the health and well-being of residents. Represented by Kehinde Akinsola, the National Programs Manager, Awotunde stressed that handwashing remains one of the simplest and most effective ways to combat diseases.
The initiative aims to create sustainable hygiene habits among schoolchildren, pregnant women, lactating mothers, and community members.
In its first year, the project targets 48,000 students across Kwara, and 620 schools across Lagos, Abuja, and Kwara.
In Kwara alone, the program has engaged 300 schools across ten local government areas.
Healthcare facilities have also benefited from the initiative through capacity-building sessions known as Teach Clean, designed to empower healthcare workers with essential tools and knowledge to amplify the program’s impact.
This approach ensures that the benefits of the project extend beyond schools and into the broader community.
Kehinde Akinsola highlighted that the program is designed to complement government efforts, particularly in underserved rural and urban areas.
He noted that handwashing is a powerful tool in reducing germs and preventing the spread of infections, urging people to embrace it as a daily habit.
The sponsor of the programme, Reckitt-Dettol, represented by Territory Sales Manager Mr. Nurudeen Musa, highlighted that the initiative aims to promote handwashing practices among the population.
He stressed that the well-being of citizens plays a crucial role in their productivity, underscoring the importance of prioritizing hygiene for the overall benefit of society.
The ongoing project aims to instill a culture of personal hygiene while addressing critical public health challenges.
By prioritizing education and action, the initiative is setting a foundation for healthier communities across Kwara State and beyond.
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