CAP Plc Supports International Lead Poisoning Prevention Week 2024

Reaffirms Commitment to Producing Safe, High Quality Paint Solutions

In line with our commitment to public health and safety, Chemical and Allied Products (CAP) Plc, Nigeria’s leading paint manufacturer, is proud to support International Lead Poisoning Prevention Week (ILPPW) 2024.

Running from October 20 – 26, the ILPPW campaign aims to raise awareness about the dangers of lead exposure and promote prevention strategies across communities. CAP’s trusted brands, including Dulux, Sandtex, Caplux, and Hempel, are all lead-free.

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), nearly 1 million people die annually due to lead poisoning, with countless more, especially children, suffering long-term health consequences.

Lead poisoning remains a significant public health issue, particularly affecting children who are most vulnerable.

Exposure to lead can cause irreversible damage to brain development, resulting in lower IQ, behavioral issues such as reduced attention span, increased antisocial tendencies, and diminished educational outcomes. In adults, lead exposure can lead to anemia, hypertension, kidney impairment, immune system toxicity, and reproductive system damage.

At CAP Plc, we reaffirm our commitment to providing safe, high-quality paint solutions that contribute to healthier living environments. CAP has maintained a lead-free standard for many years.

We call on all value-chain stakeholders to adopt similar standards so that as an industry, we collectively prioritize the health and safety of our employees, customers, and the environment by offering paints that are entirely lead-free.

Chief Executive Officer, CAP Plc, Bolarin Okunowo, said: “We believe that every child in Nigeria deserves a safe environment to grow and thrive. By participating in International Lead Poisoning Prevention Week, we aim to empower our communities with knowledge and promote safer living conditions through our innovative products. We believe ending lead poisoning is not only possible, but it is also within reach.”