By Eunice Orike
Wellbeing Foundation Africa (WBFA), in partnership with Reckitt, has successfully hosted an Ambassador Induction Workshop in Kwali, Abuja, as part of the nationwide rollout of the Dettol Hygiene Quest (DHQ) program.
This initiative aims to promote hygiene education and student leadership in schools across Kwara, Lagos, and Abuja.
The program, which is part of Reckitt’s Clean Naija campaign, aims to reach 1,240 ambassadors and 620 teachers across 620 schools from May to October 2025.
At the Workshop which was held recently in Kwali, 26 student ambassadors and 13 teachers from 13 schools across the Area Council were equipped with the tools to lead effective hygiene education and advocacy in their schools and communities.
The workshop, which was facilitated by WBFA’s nurse educator Deborah Silas, included interactive sessions on handwashing techniques, menstrual hygiene management, and the importance of proper toilet use and environmental cleanliness.
In his opening remarks, WBFA’s Director of Programs and Reporting, Mr. Williams Awotunde, represented by Mr. Agagbe Kelvin, Abuja Program Lead, emphasised the importance of sustainability in promoting hygiene education.
“At WBFA, we believe that sustainability is not just a goal it’s a mindset,” “The DHQ project was designed with a clear vision to create lasting behavioral change that doesn’t end with a workshop or a campaign. This is why today’s induction isn’t the end it’s just the beginning”, he said.
The HOD Department of Health, Kwali Area Council, Dr. Adudu Samuel Adudu, praised WBFA for its efforts in advancing public health and hygiene practices in schools.
“Handwashing alone can prevent up to 95% of communicable diseases,”We urge stakeholders to ensure the consistent availability of hygiene materials and to sustain the initiative over time to ensure long-term impact”, he said.
Students were immersed in practical and engaging sessions, including modules on the Unseen World of Germs, the Power of Clean”, and “Handwashing Techniques.
These modules were delivered through interactive learning and role-playing.
The second phase of the workshop focused on the Hygiene Quest Club Handbook, presented by the State Programs Lead, Agagbe Kelvin.
Ambassadors were guided on how to set up Hygiene Quest Clubs in their respective schools with technical and monitoring support from WBFA and Reckitt.
Emphasis was placed on menstrual hygiene management as an essential component of the program, addressing gender related barriers to school attendance.
During breakout sessions, students and teachers collaborated on strategies for effective club management, defining roles and responsibilities, and planning activities that align with WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) goals.
To test and reinforce knowledge shared during the sessions, a spelling bee competition themed around WASH terminology was held. Winners were awarded certificates and gifts, and all participating schools received official recognition for their involvement.
The Dettol Hygiene Quest program is part of Reckitt’s Clean Naija campaign and aims to promote healthy hygiene practices, improve student leadership, and support the development of healthier learning environments.
Through Hygiene Quest Clubs, each trained ambassador will serve as a peer educator, promoting healthy hygiene practices such as regular handwashing with soap, proper toilet use, and environmental cleanliness within their schools and wider communities.
Reckitt is a global leader in hygiene, health, and nutrition, driven by its purpose to “protect, heal, and nurture.”
With a diverse portfolio of trusted brands, including Dettol, Nurofen, Durex, Veet, and Lysol, Reckitt aims to improve the quality of life for people worldwide.
The company is committed to sustainability, innovation, and social responsibility, prioritizing environmental stewardship and positive social change.
The Wellbeing Foundation Africa (WBFA) is a non-governmental organization founded in 2004 by Her Excellency Mrs. Toyin Ojora Saraki.
It is dedicated to improving health and wellbeing across sub-Saharan Africa, WBFA focuses on maternal, newborn, child, and adolescent health, gender equality, and sustainable development. Aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs),
WBFA tackles pressing health issues, empowers women and girls, and promotes community engagement through frontline programs, partnerships, and capacity-building initiatives.
