Nestlé Nigeria Summit Advances Nutrition and Food Systems

Nestlé Nigeria organized a significant summit in Lagos aimed at advancing nutrition and sustainable food systems in Nigeria. The event gathered stakeholders including government representatives, healthcare professionals, development partners, and civil society leaders.

Notable attendees included Wassim Elhusseini, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Nestlé Nigeria, and Ambros Medebem from the Lagos State Commission for Commerce, Cooperatives and Trade. Discussions focused on practical pathways to improve nutrition across life stages and strengthen local food systems.

Elhusseini emphasized Nestlé's commitment to creating shared value and enhancing quality of life through sustainable practices. Victoria Uwadoka, Head of Corporate Communications and Public Affairs at Nestlé Nigeria, noted the summit's role in showcasing the company's impact on nutrition and community resilience.

Patricia Ekaba highlighted the importance of long-term systemic focus for sustainable progress. The summit served as a platform for cross-sector dialogue, aiming to translate discussions into measurable progress in Nigeria's nutrition and food systems.