The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Exploration and Production (NNPC E&P) and Natural Oilfield Services Limited (NOSL) have conducted a sanitation and hygiene exercise to support women at Iko Townhall, Eastern Obolo in Akwa Ibom state.
The Executive Chairman of Eastern Obolo LGA, Hon. Abraham Odion, Executive Secretary of Health Insurance Agency, Dr. Igbemi Arthur, and Paramount Ruler of Eastern Obolo – HRM Ubong Harry John Etetor Ilile (IX) were present at the programme.
500 women from 27 communities (urban and riverine areas) of Eastern Obolo LGA actively participated in an educational session on sanitation and hygiene best practices. At the end of the event, cleaning supplies were distributed to the attendees.
Odion said, “Women form an integral part of the community, and informing them about sanitation and hygiene will help prevent diseases, leading to better health for everyone in the community”.
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“Public health is highly essential to the welfare of people. Clean surroundings and safe water uplift communities and ensure that their basic needs are met,” he said.
Speaking at the event, Group Captain (retd.) Etete Ekpo, Base Manager, NOSL said, “Empowering women through the sanitation and hygiene programme is a pathway towards a cleaner and healthier future”.
NNPC E&P and NOSL in a statement stated that creating a clean environment is key to fostering sustainable development in host communities and enhancing the quality of life.
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