Pepsodent said it has carried out a nationwide school awareness campaign in select schools to promote healthy oral habits among Nigerian children as part of activities to celebrate World Oral Health Day 2025.
World Oral Health Day is celebrated annually on March 20 to empower people with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to secure good oral health, a key indicator of overall health, well-being, and quality of life.
Speaking at the school awareness campaign held simultaneously at African Church Primary School, Karaole Primary School, Coker Memorial Primary School, and Ayanleye Memorial Primary School, all in Ifako-Ijaiye Local Government, Brand Manager, Pepsodent, Mary Akindola emphasized the need for communities and parents to adopt early oral health education in preventing long-term dental issues.
Akindola also stressed the need for kids to reduce their sugar intake and undergo regular dental check-ups, noting that most oral health problems are preventable if one develops consistent habits of brushing twice daily—morning and night—for at least two minutes.
“We are here today because we believe good oral hygiene is essential for a healthy future. Unfortunately, many children and young people are at risk of developing oral health issues later in life. Our mission is to spread awareness and equip the next generation with the knowledge and habits they need to maintain excellent oral hygiene,” she said.
Also speaking at the event, internal communications manager, Unilever Nigeria Plc, Afomre Ubogu, reinforced the role of parents, teachers, and key stakeholders in ensuring children adopt good oral care practices.
In her remarks, the headteacher of African Church Primary School, Oluwayemisi Adebambo, who spoke on behalf of other headteachers, expressed gratitude to the management of Unilever Nigeria Plc for the laudable initiative, stating that the program has made a lasting impression on the pupils.
The World Oral Health Day school awareness campaign took place in Lagos, Abuja, Enugu, Rivers, and Oyo. It took place in 52 schools in Lagos State, four schools in Oyo State, five schools in Enugu State, seven schools in Rivers State, and five schools in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja.
