SON Engages Stakeholders in Asaba to Champion Quality Standards

SON ENGAGES STAKEHOLDERS IN ASABA TO CHAMPION QUALITY STANDARDS

In a determined move to combat the influx of substandard products nationwide, the Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) convened a crucial sensitization workshop in Asaba on Friday, May 9th, 2025. The forum aimed to galvanize stakeholders from diverse sectors on the critical importance of upholding quality standards through self-regulation and ethical practices.

Mrs. Talatu Ethan Director, Corporate Affairs

The Director General/Chief Executive, Standards Organisation of Nigeria, Dr. Ifeanyi Chukwunonso Okeke, emphasized that standardization and quality assurance are collective responsibilities demanding strong collaboration between public and private sector players. Represented by the Director, SON Corporate Affairs Directorate,  Mrs. Talatu Ethan, the DG implored participants to:

Actively embrace self-regulatory conduct within their operations.

Support market associations as effective platforms for peer enforcement of standards.

Champion ethical behavior across all industry sectors.

Ensure that only certified, high-quality products are traded and utilized.

Mrs. Talatu reiterated the DG’s powerful call to action, urging everyone – manufacturers, traders, importers, exporters, and all stakeholders – to “do the right thing” in their respective roles to safeguard product quality and consumer safety.

Mrs. P.O Kussy-Wanza, Head South-South region

The Head, SON South-South Region, Mrs. P. O. Kussy-Wanza, in her remarks warmly welcomed participants and clearly articulated the workshop’s objective, which is to significantly reduce the prevalence of substandard goods in the Nigerian market.