Safepad Launches Local Production in Nigeria: A Major Step Toward Menstrual Dignity

Aba, Abia State – June 2025

Real Relief is proud to announce the official launch of Safepad local production in Aba, Abia State, Nigeria — a transformative milestone in the fight against period poverty and a bold step toward ensuring menstrual dignity for girls and women across the country.

🩸 Local Innovation for Global Impact

The Safepad is a reusable, antimicrobial menstrual pad, developed as a safe, hygienic, and environmentally sustainable solution for managing menstruation. By launching local production in Nigeria, we aim to make high-quality menstrual products more affordable and accessible, while also creating local jobs and stimulating community development.

“This launch marks more than just the start of manufacturing,” says Trine Angeline Sig, Managing Director of Real Relief.
“It represents a long-term commitment to menstrual dignity, local empowerment, and ensuring no girl is held back by her period.”

A Shared Effort for Lasting Impact

This initiative is part of a broader menstrual health and hygiene program led by WaterAid Sweden, WaterAid Nigeria, and supported by the Danish government through DANIDA. Together, we are working to improve menstrual health, sanitation, and hygiene for vulnerable communities in Nigeria.

“The local production of pads will increase access and affordability and help address period poverty,” says Evelyn Mere, Country Director, WaterAid Nigeria.
“Through menstrual health education and access to innovative products like Safepad, we empower girls to manage their periods safely and with dignity. This is crucial for unlocking their potential and realizing broader rights and wellbeing.”

Mr. Nnamdi Oji, Director of local partner Namjid.Com Ltd, adds:
“This partnership is not only about improving menstrual health — it's about building local capacity, creating sustainable jobs, and empowering communities to take ownership of production.”

Highlights from the Launch Event

Held in Aba, the launch brought together community leaders, health advocates, and policymakers. Key moments included:

✅  Inspiring keynote addresses
✅  Engaging panel discussions on menstrual health and local innovation
✅  Official inauguration of the Safepad production site
✅  Community activities and edutainment celebrating menstrual dignity

Thank You to Our Partners

We extend our heartfelt appreciation to all partners, stakeholders, and community champions involved. Your dedication is driving meaningful change where it’s needed most — and ensuring that no girl or woman is left behind because of her period.

📲  Follow the journey: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/l3UbhHRz-gI