Nestlé Nigeria has once again showcased its commitment to sustainability by winning top honors at the 18th Africa Sustainability Enterprise and Responsibility Awards (SERAS). For the third consecutive year, Nestle was awarded the Best in Food Security for its efforts in local sourcing, farmer capacity building, grain quality improvement, dairy value chain development, and providing sustainable, affordable nutrition through research and innovation. Nestlé Nigeria also received the Best in Circular Economy award, making it the first company in Nigeria to achieve circularity in its production value chain. This achievement includes incorporating 50 percent recycled PET in the packaging of Nestlé Pure Life water brand and achieving 100 percent plastics neutrality by recovering and recycling all introduced plastic. Victoria Uwadoka, corporate communications, public affairs, and sustainability lead at Nestlé Nigeria, expressed gratitude for the recognition and reiterated the company’s commitment to ensuring everyone has access to sustainable, nutritious food. Nestlé Nigeria was also a finalist in four additional SERAS categories, showcasing its dedication to gender equality, climate action, women’s empowerment, carbon footprint reduction, and renewable practices. Ken Egbas, founder of SERAS, commended Nestlé Nigeria for its impactful initiatives, stating that the company’s unwavering dedication has positioned it as a leader in social and environmental sustainability. With a holistic approach that includes net-zero emissions, regenerative agriculture, water stewardship, youth empowerment, and sustainable packaging, Nestlé Nigeria continues to drive meaningful change.
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