Nestle Nigeria Inaugurates Climate-smart Boreholes, Water Treatment Plants in Agbara

Nestle Nigeria has officially launched a climate-smart water regeneration project in Agbara, Ogun State, with the installation of eight boreholes and water treatment plants. This initiative is part of a larger project that also includes water treatment plants and rainwater harvesting systems in the Abaji catchment area in the Federal Capital Territory.

The project aims to address water access, water quality, water conservation, and water governance through various measures. These include 24 climate-smart boreholes (eight in Agbara and 16 in Abaji), treatment plants, rainwater harvesting systems, and community water, sanitation, and hygiene committees. The goal is to ensure local oversight, clarify responsibilities, and promote community ownership for the long-term sustainability of the infrastructure.

Speaking at the inauguration, Nestle Nigeria's Business Executive Officer, Olutayo Olatunji, highlighted the project's significance in improving access to clean water and strengthening watershed resilience. The Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Prof. Joseph Terlumun Utsev, emphasized the importance of strong governance and water stewardship in maintaining the facilities' performance.

Similarly, the Minister of Environment, Balarabe Abbas Lawal, commended Nestlé for their public-private collaboration and alignment with Sustainable Development Goal 6. The host community, represented by the Alagbara of Agbara Kingdom, expressed gratitude for the safe water access and urged residents to treat the facilities as their own and report any issues promptly.

Nestle Nigeria stressed that the project's success also depends on rigorous delivery, transparent validation, and strong local ownership to create lasting value for the communities and support business continuity.