Nestlé Nigeria has convened government officials, healthcare professionals, development partners, academics, industry leaders, civil society organisations, and media stakeholders at the Nestlé for Good Summit 2026 in Lagos to promote collaborative solutions aimed at improving nutrition, strengthening communities, and building sustainable food systems across Nigeria.
The summit, held at a time Nigeria continues to grapple with nutrition, public health, and food system challenges, served as a platform for cross-sector dialogue focused on delivering scalable and practical impact.
Among key dignitaries at the event were Lagos State Commissioner for Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade and Investment, Folashade Bada Ambrose-Medebem, and Lagos State Commissioner for Health, Akin Abayomi, alongside representatives of development organisations, public health institutions, and private sector players.
Discussions at the summit centred on improving nutrition at different life stages, strengthening local food systems, and enhancing community resilience through strategic partnerships addressing nutrition, livelihoods, and environmental sustainability.
Speaking during the summit, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Nestlé Nigeria, Wassim Elhusseini, said the initiative reflects the company’s commitment to creating shared value through responsible business practices.
According to him, Nestlé remains committed to unlocking “the power of food to enhance quality of life for everyone, today and for generations to come,” stressing that delivering quality food at scale requires strong systems across sourcing, manufacturing, distribution, livelihoods, capability development, and environmental sustainability.
He added that the “Nestlé for Good” initiative provides a more connected framework for the company’s interventions across nutrition, thriving communities, and environmental sustainability.
In her keynote address, Folashade Bada Ambrose-Medebem commended Nestlé Nigeria for bringing stakeholders together to address issues critical to public wellbeing and economic development.
She noted that conversations around food and nutrition also touch on human capital development, productivity, economic growth, and the future of society, while emphasising the need for sustained collaboration among government, industry, development institutions, and communities.
Corporate Communications, Public Affairs and Sustainability Lead at Nestlé Nigeria, Victoria Uwadoka, said the summit was designed to demonstrate how the company’s products, sourcing, partnerships, and community investments work together to support healthier lives and resilient communities.
Also speaking, Head of Corporate Communications, Public Affairs and Sustainability for Central and West Africa, Patricia Ekaba, stressed the importance of long-term thinking in driving sustainable progress.
She explained that lasting impact comes from creating value for both businesses and the communities they serve.
A major highlight of the summit was an impact showcase featuring stories of beneficiaries linked to Nestlé’s interventions in women empowerment, youth capability development, dairy development, and environmental sustainability. The showcase demonstrated how targeted initiatives are improving livelihoods, supporting stronger communities, and promoting sustainable practices.
Participants also had the opportunity to experience how Nestlé Nigeria products and programmes contribute to nutrition, livelihoods, and sustainability across various stages of the food system.
The summit concluded with renewed calls for stronger partnerships and sustained dialogue capable of translating into measurable progress as Nigeria continues efforts to tackle complex nutrition and development challenges.