Seven-Up Bottling Company Ltd. (SBC) has unveiled the renovated Sari-Iganmu Primary Health Centre, reaffirming the company's commitment to the wellbeing and development of its host communities. The unveiling ceremony brought together key stakeholders, including SBC's Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Sari El-Khalil, and local council officials. The health centre is located in Apapa-Iganmu, a community that holds a significant place in SBC's history, as it is where the company rolled out its first bottle in 1960.
The renovation of the Sari-Iganmu Primary Health Centre is part of SBC's efforts to give back to its host communities. The project included the renovation of the maternity ward, construction and equipping of a laboratory, and installation of solar power infrastructure. This intervention aligns with Sustainable Development Goal 3 - Good Health and Well-being, one of the seven priority SDGs within SBC's sustainability agenda. The upgraded facility is expected to provide a safer environment for healthcare workers and improve patient care.
SBC's Managing Director, Sari El-Khalil, emphasized the company's longstanding relationship with Apapa-Iganmu, which dates back over six decades. He stated that the company's commitment to the community's wellbeing is reflected in its various initiatives, such as the Pepsi Football Academy and the Seven-Up Harvard Business School Scholarship. El-Khalil noted that giving back to the community has remained part of SBC's heritage, with a focus on education, youth development, health, and community wellbeing.
The Ojora of Ijora and Iganmu Kingdom, HRM Oba Abdulfatai Oyeyinka Aremu Aromire II, reflected on the longstanding relationship between SBC, the El-Khalil family, and the Apapa-Iganmu community. He spoke about the relationship that has developed over the years, built on trust, friendship, and a shared commitment to the wellbeing of the community. Oba Aromire II expressed his appreciation for SBC's contributions to the community's development.
The Executive Chairman of Apapa-Iganmu LCDA, Jimoh Olawale Saliu, welcomed the rehabilitation of the Sari-Iganmu Primary Health Centre, describing it as another demonstration of SBC's commitment to the community's wellbeing and development. He noted that the project follows other SBC interventions in Apapa-Iganmu, including the company's Plastic Waste for Product (P4P) initiative, launched in 2025 to tackle plastic pollution.
The renovated health centre is expected to provide essential healthcare services to the community, with a safer and more functional environment for healthcare workers and patients. The project is a significant milestone in SBC's efforts to create meaningful and lasting impact in its host communities. The company's interventions in Apapa-Iganmu reflect its commitment to putting people first and contributing to the community's development.
The unveiling of the renovated Sari-Iganmu Primary Health Centre demonstrates SBC's ongoing commitment to its host communities. The company's various initiatives, including education and health interventions, reflect its focus on creating a positive impact in the communities it serves. The rehabilitation of the health centre is a testament to SBC's longstanding relationship with Apapa-Iganmu and its dedication to the community's wellbeing and development.
Key points
- Seven-Up Bottling Company Ltd. renovated the Sari-Iganmu Primary Health Centre in collaboration with the Apapa-Iganmu Local Council Development Area.
- The project included the renovation of the maternity ward, construction and equipping of a laboratory, and installation of solar power infrastructure.
- The renovated health centre aligns with Sustainable Development Goal 3 - Good Health and Well-being, one of SBC's priority SDGs.
