Councillorship Aspirant, Shokunbi Ebuoso Provides 150 Residents With Free Medical Care

-100 others get reading glasses Shokunbi Nurudeen Ebuoso, a Councillorship aspirant for Ward E (Aga/Ijomu) in Ikorodu Local Government Area, has provided free medical care for 150 residents as part of his response to the yearnings of his people. At the outreach program held at the open space beside the now defunct Oriwu Merchant Hotels, Ireshe Road, Ikorodu, 150 residents were examined for BP out of which 100 were screened and provided with 100 reading glasses. The medical outreach was organized in conjunction with Alhaja Shakirat Enifeni Foundation. The young…

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Global Institute for Healthcare Advancement Organises Free Medical Tests For Ikorodu Residents

Wale Jagun Hundreds of residents of Ikorodu at the weekend benefitted from a medical outreach sponsored by the Global Institute for Healthcare Advancement, during which they were tested freely for various medical conditions. At the medical outreach programme, which took place at the Ayangbure palace, screenings were conducted for Hypertension, Blood Pressure (BP), Tuberculosis, Blood Sugar and Chest X-ray. The facilitator, Dr Adeyemi Safari, who is an lkorodu indigene based abroad, explained that the medical support is his own way of giving back to people of his home town where…

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Child & Mother Hospital In Imota Will Address Some Challenges Facing Health Sector – Speaker Abbass

Kunle Adelabu -80 – bed facility approved as full – fledged General Hospital – PS Health Commission The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbass, PhD, and the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Sustainable Development Goals (OSSAP – SDGs), Her Excellency, Princess (Dr.) Adejoke Orelope – Adefulire, OFR, NPoM, on Tuesday, January 2, 2024, commissioned a new 80 – bed capacity General Hospital in Imota, Ikorodu Division area of Lagos State, Southwest, Nigeria, with the later stating that the facility will assist in addressing some…

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No Need To ‘Japa’, Nigeria Will Be Better In 2024, Ayangbure Tells Doctors

Kunle Adelabu -We need more teaching hospitals – MD, GH Ikorodu The Ayangbure of Ikorodu, His Royal Majesty, Oba Kabir Adewale Shotobi, has counseled doctors and other health professionals on the need to stay back in the country to use their knowledge in salvaging the country. The royal father, who gave the advice during his visit to the General Hospital (GH), Ikorodu, January 1, 2024, for the First Baby of the year celebration, also assured the medical professionals that the country will be better in 2024. Moreso, Oba Shotobi assured…

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Easygold Initiative Convener Gets Rep. Benson’s Support On Mental Health Awareness Campaign

Kunle Adelabu As part of his efforts to create more awareness for mental health awareness and galvanise support for the cause, the convener of the Easygold Initiative for Mental Health Awareness, Comrade Hassan Temidayo, has undertook a significant visit to the National Assembly to engage with Honourable Jimi Benson, a distinguished member of the National Assembly representing Ikorodu Federal Constituency. The mental health campaigner paid the courtesy visit to the three term lawmaker on Wednesday, during which he discussed, and advocate for mental health awareness and also solicited his support…

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Strong Ties Organisation Marks First Anniversary With Free Medical Outreach

Kunle Adelabu -Cares for 150 retirees, others 150 retired teachers and other residents of Kosofe in Kosofe Local Government, were provided with free medical services on Thursday, by a Non – Governmental body, Strong Ties Charity Organisation which main focus is helping the less privileges, special people and others in needs. The outreach, which was held within the premises of Ojota Nursey & Primary Schools, Ojota, was staged to mark the first anniversary of Strong Ties Charity Organisation, and also unfold what to expect from the body in the coming…

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Ikorodu-Oga Development Association Enhances Healthcare With Annual Initiative

Nurudeen Adebayo In a commendable effort to bolster community health, the Ikorodu – Oga Development Association (IKODASS) organized a medical outreach at the Ikorodu Town Hall, where they provided essential medical services to the vulnerable members of the society. The health initiative was part of the ongoing 32nd Ikorodu – Oga Day celebration. At the outreach, IKODASS distributed 100 glasses to individuals who underwent eye screenings. The event, which aimed at providing healthcare within the community, also included free medical treatments for a diverse range of patients, encompassing the elderly,…

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Nigerian Virologist, LASU Don, Dr. Abdul-Azeez Anjorin Charges On Virus Surveillance

Kunle Adelabu -Honoured by WHO Centre A Nigerian Virologist, Dr. AbdulAzeez A. Anjorin, who doubles as the Head, Department of Microbiology, and Team Leader for Influenza and Other Respiratory Tract Virus (IORTV) Research, at the Lagos State University, has, in far away Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, charged world leaders and stakeholders in health sector on the need for consistent surveillance of deadly diseases around the world. The scholar, said that it is through concerted efforts at surveillance that deadly virus that are ravaging different parts of the world can be eradicated.…

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Sanwo – Olu: We’ll Continue To Make Healthcare Accessible, Affordable To Residents

Wale Jagun Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Wednesday, reiterated his administration’s commitment to the health sector, saying that his government will continue to ensure that quality health care service is accessible and affordable to residents of the State. Governor Sanwo-Olu spoke on Wednesday when he received the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Tunji Alausa, who paid him a courtesy visit at the Lagos House, Marina. He congratulated Dr. Alausa on his well-deserved appointment as the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare by…

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Easygold Initiative Launched To Promote Awareness For Mental Health

Kunle Adelabu The Easygold Initiative for Mental Health was, on Monday, October 2, 2023, successfully launched through an online event that brought together stakeholders, mental health experts, and concerned individuals from around the world. The initiative was launched in commemoration of the birthday of its convener, Mr. Temidayo Hassan, a lecturer, innovator and public analyst. Easygold Initiative is aimed at promoting mental health awareness, reduce stigma, and provide resources and support for individuals struggling with mental health issues. The launching event was a significant milestone in advancing the cause of…

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