the West African Coast” he said. Share on Facebook Share on Twitter pic 1 Kapoor went on to disclose to the Governor how RB through its power brands Dettol, Mortein and Harpic have been partnering with the Federal / Lagos State Ministry of Health, Nigerian Medical Association and Save the Children NGO on programs to create awareness on best hygiene practices. Speaking specifically on Dettol’s commitment to increase awareness around the importance of adopting healthy handwashing habits among children, Kapoor disclosed that the Dettol School Hygiene Programme (SHP) which was launched in 2009 has reached more than 3.9 million children since inception with various education materials and school visits to enlighten the pupils on the importance of personal hygiene Every year Dettol reaches over 1million new moms in hospitals and 1million school children through hand washing programs in schools to reduce infant deaths and improve maternal health through its Dettol grassroots hygiene programs” said Kapoor. Share on Facebook Share on Twitter pic 4 In addition to that, the ‘Stop Diarrhea’ programme, initiated in Nigeria in partnership with Save the Children NGO has commenced work in Lagos state specifically Shomolu Local Government to reduce the prevalence of diarrhea under the ‘Stop Diarrhea Program’ intervention to help eradicate child deaths from this prevalent ailment. Kapoor said that Shoumolu LGA is a regional test which will be later on extended to other LGA’s across Lagos. Responding, Governor Akinwunmi Ambode expressed his pleasure in receiving the RB Global Group CEO and his team commending them for the leadership role the company has been playing to ensure a germ free environment in Lagos State in particular and Nigeria in general. He stated that every home in Lagos has and uses at least one RB product like Dettol Antiseptic Liquid and Dettol Soap, Harpic Toilet Liquid and Mortein Insecticide. He also commended the company on the various initiatives carried out to support the people of Nigeria and Lagos especially in the areas of eradicating malaria in Lagos State through its recent research project being carried out in Kosofe Local Government area of the state and through the Stop Diarrhea Intervention Program in Shomolu Local government. Governor Ambode then promised the CEO that his areas of concern will be looked into by his administration within a shortest period of time also adding that a company like RB is what the State government needs to support its developmental programs of alleviating the pains of the ordinary man in the areas of health, education and employment of youth and children in Lagos State. Accompanied the Global Group CEO on his visit to the Governor’s office are Mr. Alan Thompson, Senior Vice President RB, Africa; Mr. Rahul Murgai, General Manager RB West Africa and Mr. Oguzhan Silivrili, Marketing Director RB West Africa.

Amidst all the suspense during the second edition of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA), staged at the Convention Centre, Eko Hotel and Suites, Nigerian stars alongside popular Tanzanian music star Diamond Platnumz, thrilled the audience with amazing performances.


AKA performing on stage 

Performing on stage were awards winners of the night, Kiss Daniels (Most Promising Artist in Africa), Olamide (Best Male Artist in West Africa), Adekunle Gold (Revolution Artist of the Year), Diamond Platnumz (several awards), AKA and much more.
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Other Nigerian winners of the night include Yemi Alade (Best Female Artist in West Africa), Darey Art Alade (Best Male Artist in Inspirational), Flavour (Best Artist in African Electro), Praise (Best Artist in RNB & Soul) and Kunle Ayo (Best African Jazz).
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