NBC, Quality Foods Africa Champion Water Stewardship

Nigerian Bottling Company (NBC), a member of Coca-Cola HBC (CCHBC) and the bottling partner of The Coca-Cola Company and Quality Foods Africa, operator of Dodo Pizza, Krispy Kreme, Scoop’d Ice Cream and Burger Nation, has reinforced its commitment to water stewardship and environmental sustainability across Nigeria in commemoration of World Water Day 2025.

World Water Day, observed annually on March 22, is a United Nations initiative to spotlight the importance of freshwater and advocate for sustainable water management. The 2025 theme, “Glacier Preservation,” underscores glaciers’ critical role in sustaining life and maintaining the global water cycle.

According to Corporate Affairs and Sustainability director at NBC, Oluwasoromidayo George,  the company marked the occasion with initiatives across several states, engaging communities, environmental advocates, and stakeholders to promote water conservation.

“Water is life—it sustains people, communities, and ecosystems. As the main ingredient in our products, we take our responsibility seriously by using it efficiently, treating it responsibly, and ensuring safe water returns to the communities we serve. Our World Water Day initiatives reflect this unwavering commitment,” George stated.

She explained that NBC’s activities spanned multiple locations, including Maiduguri, Kano, Lagos, Abuja, Asejire, Owerri, and Benin. They focused on water security, waterway and coastal protection, and community empowerment through sustainable actions.

“At Quality Foods Africa, sustainability is at the heart of what we do. Partnering with NBC for World Water Day aligns with our commitment to responsible business practices. Through initiatives like the Elegushi Beach Clean-Up, we are fostering cleaner coastlines and reinforcing the importance of collective action in protecting our environment for future generations,” Omachona Eguda, Marketing Manager, Quality Foods Africa.