Subscribe

Stay informed

Get the day's top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning.

By subscribing, you agree to our Privacy Policy

The Daily Chronicle

Truth in Every Story

twitterfacebookinstagramyoutube

News

  • Politics
  • Business
  • Technology
  • World

Features

  • Opinion
  • Culture
  • Sports
  • Video

Company

  • About Us
  • Contact
  • Careers
  • Advertise

Legal

  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Service
  • Cookie Policy
  • Accessibility

© 2026 The Daily Chronicle. All rights reserved.

SitemapRSS Feed
Consumer Watch

Consumers commend Rite Foods for putting people first

At a time when many Nigerians are dealing with the pressures of everyday life, a simple act of kindness has sparked a wider conversation and once again highlighted what it

Author 18290
March 29, 2026·3 min read
Share this article

At a time when many Nigerians are dealing with the pressures of everyday life, a simple act of kindness has sparked a wider conversation and once again highlighted what it truly means to put consumers first.

The story of Ola Ogidan, an Ondo-born artisan, has resonated deeply across the country. What started as a tense moment, marked by stress and frustration during an encounter at a checkpoint, quickly turned into something unexpectedly positive.

In a calm and thoughtful move, a military officer, Onabamiji Praise Oluwatobi, offered Ogidan a bottle of Fearless Energy Drink. It was a small gesture, but one that made an immediate impact. Within minutes, the tension eased, giving way to a sense of calm.

Advertisement

300x250

The moment, captured on video and shared online, struck a chord with many Nigerians. People didn't just see a drink, they saw empathy, humanity, and the quiet power of showing up for someone in a difficult moment. Conversations quickly picked up across social media, with many reflecting on the importance of patience, kindness, and staying grounded.

The story soon moved beyond social media, earning features on TVC's Wake Up Nigeria and Trending Now, further amplifying its message of compassion and connection.

Speaking at the moment, the Managing Director of Rite Foods Limited, Seleem Adegunwa, said: “Stories like this go beyond the product— they speak to the power of human judgment, empathy, and presence of mind. What the soldier demonstrated was not just quick thinking but a calm, responsible approach to de-escalating a tense situation. Seeing how he managed the situation, we couldn't help but reach out to him.

We are proud to see one of our brands, Fearless Energy Drink, become part of such a positive and unexpected moment, used not just as a refreshment but as a simple tool to restore calm.

Read Also: First Lady prays for Tinubu’s strength, peace on birthday

Advertisement

300x250

It also reflects the strength and professionalism of our military men and women, who continue to show that service is not only about force but also about restraint, compassion, and doing what is right in the moment.

At Rite Foods, we remain inspired by stories like this and committed to standing with our consumers through actions that truly matter, as a proudly Nigerian, world-class company.”

Rite Foods continues to deliver a wide range of quality products, including Bigi Carbonated Soft Drinks, Bigi Table Water, Sosa Fruit Drinks, Fearless Energy Drink, and its popular sausage rolls, all produced to world-class standards.

But beyond the products, it is moments like this that truly define the brand, reminding us that being consumer-centric is not just something you say; it is something people experience every day.

Share this article
Author 18290

Advertisement

300x250

Related Articles

Why Lagos didn't prosecute Owode Onirin killings suspects, by Pedro

Why Lagos didn't prosecute Owode Onirin killings suspects, by Pedro

‎The Lagos State Government has dismissed allegations that it is shielding suspects linked to the killing of six traders at Owode Onirin. ‎It insisted that the decision not to prosecute

24 minutes ago
Alleged Coup: DHQ inaugurates general Court Martial to prosecute 36 military personnel 

Alleged Coup: DHQ inaugurates general Court Martial to prosecute 36 military personnel 

… bars media coverage  The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) on Friday commenced the trial of 36 military officers accused of plotting to overthrow the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The

26 minutes ago
Oladepo Caleb: Meet LAUTECH best graduating student with 4.89 CGPA who got NELUND loan for his academics 

Oladepo Caleb: Meet LAUTECH best graduating student with 4.89 CGPA who got NELUND loan for his academics 

A bright and ambitious young man, Oladepo Caleb Olugbenga has achieved outstanding academic success, emerging as the overall best graduating student of Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), a state-owned

about 1 hour ago
‘Candidates should emerge through primaries, not imposition’

‘Candidates should emerge through primaries, not imposition’

90 year-old Otunba Busura Alebiosu, Second Republic member of the Lagos State House of Assembly and member of Governance Advisory Council (GAC) of the All Progressives Congress (APC) spoke on

about 2 hours ago

Advertisement

300x250