Maltina has exceeded the first-year target of its nationwide Nourishment Tour, reaching more than 300,000 students across over 1,000 schools, reflecting the growing role of corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives in supporting science education and nutrition awareness in Nigeria.
The programme, which began in February 2026 with a target of engaging 250,000 students in its first year, has already surpassed that milestone as it works towards reaching one million children over four years.
Since its launch at Government Senior College, Agege, Lagos, on February 9, the tour has visited schools across Lagos, Oyo, Rivers, Kano and the Federal Capital Territory, combining practical science demonstrations with interactive nutrition education aimed at encouraging healthier lifestyles among secondary school students.
Participating schools include Greensprings School and De Titus School in Lagos, United Missionary Comprehensive College in Ibadan, Government Girls Secondary School in Rumuochita, Port Harcourt, Governor’s College in Kano and Government Science Technical College, Garki, Abuja.
The initiative exposes students to hands-on STEM learning, enabling them to carry out science experiments while learning about the role of vitamins, minerals and proper nutrition in cognitive development.
For many students, the programme offered their first opportunity to experience practical science demonstrations outside conventional classroom teaching.
‘The field I am going for is science-related, so having the Maltina Nourishment Tour come to my school was really exciting,’ a participating student from Government Girls Secondary School, Rumuochita, Port Harcourt, said. ‘Being able to participate in science experiments made learning feel real and encouraged me to stay committed to my dream.’
A student from Governor’s College, Kano, also said the experience strengthened her interest in chemistry by bringing classroom lessons to life through practical demonstrations.
Teachers who participated in the programme said experiential learning improved students’ engagement and understanding of science subjects.
‘Practical learning helps students connect with what they are taught in the classroom. When they can see, touch and experience science for themselves, they become more engaged, ask more questions and retain what they have learnt,’ a teacher from Government Girls Secondary School, Rumuochita, said.
According to Maltina, the campaign is delivered in partnership with STEM Africa and features interactive classroom sessions alongside appearances by the brand’s ambassadors, including Oluwabukunmi Adeaga-Ilori, popularly known as Kiekie, and Tomike Adeoye.
Adeaga-Ilori described the initiative as an opportunity to inspire students by connecting nourishment with learning and confidence.
‘It was special returning to my alma mater and seeing students excited about learning through practical science experiments. The success of the Nourishment Tour shows the impact of meaningful engagement with schools and communities,’ she said.
Tomike Adeoye said the programme extends beyond classroom visits by helping nurture future innovators through education and nutrition awareness.
Maltina said surpassing its first-year target reflects the growing acceptance of the initiative among schools and communities and reinforces its commitment to promoting children’s education, healthy living and science learning across Nigeria.
With more than 300,000 students reached so far, the company said it remains on course to achieve its four-year goal of engaging one million young Nigerians.