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Olotu & Ekuogbe Rowland Foundation Celebrates 6th Anniversary of Service to Delta State Communities
Otor-Ihwreko, Delta State – December 16, 2024 – The Olotu & Ekuogbe Rowland Foundation marked its 6th anniversary today, celebrating six years of dedicated service to individuals and communities, particularly in Delta State. The event took place at the Otor-Ihwreko community town hall, where community members gathered to honor the foundation’s impactful initiatives.
In his welcome address, Executive Director Hon. Dr. Olotu Otemu Akpodiete (JP) highlighted the foundation’s commitment to improving lives through various programs, including free medical care, scholarships, and youth training in fish farming. He expressed pride in the foundation’s achievements over the past six years and announced a significant milestone: the enrollment of over 120 individuals into the Delta State Contributory Health Insurance Scheme, a move aimed at enhancing healthcare access for vulnerable populations.
The ceremony also featured remarks from Olorogun Dr. Issac Akpoveta, Director General of the Delta State Contributory Health Commission. Dr. Akpoveta commended the foundation for its efforts in enrolling individuals into the health scheme and reiterated the mandate from His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, to support the enrollment of vulnerable community members. He concluded by honoring Dr. Olotu Otemu Akpodiete as a Health Insurance Ambassador (HIA) for his foundation’s contributions to the health sector in Delta State.
In response to the recognition, Dr. Olotu expressed gratitude to the Governor for the honor and emphasized that this acknowledgment would motivate the foundation to continue its transformative work. He also thanked partners and associates for their ongoing moral and financial support.
Amb. Kennedy Ivwromonena Atevure, speaking on behalf of the beneficiaries, expressed heartfelt appreciation for the foundation’s initiatives. He underscored the critical importance of health, stating, “Health is wealth,” and prayed for continued blessings and strength for the foundation in its endeavors.
The event served as a testament to the Olotu & Ekuogbe Rowland Foundation’s unwavering commitment to community service and its ongoing efforts to uplift the lives of Deltans through health and education initiatives.
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NICRAT, Roche, Oncopadi launch BRANT app for breast cancer care
NICRAT, Roche, and Oncopadi unveiled the Breast Cancer Access Navigation and Testing (BRANT) application on Thursday in Abuja, aimed at reshaping breast cancer diagnosis and treatment in Nigeria.
At the launch, Prof. Usman Aliyu, Director-General of the National Institute for Cancer Research and Treatment (NICRAT), described BRANT as a significant step in the country’s efforts to enhance patient care and streamline support systems.
He emphasised that the app would also empower individuals battling breast cancer, offering them better access to resources and guidance throughout their journey.
Represented by Dr Waziri Usman, the Director of Cancer Prevention and Control, Aliyu emphasised that breast cancer remained one of the most prevalent and deadly forms of cancer among Nigerian women.
He noted that early detection, timely intervention, and leveraging technology could greatly improve diagnosis and treatment outcomes.
BRANT, he explained, was designed to make navigating the complex landscape of breast cancer diagnosis and treatment easier, by connecting patients, healthcare providers, support groups, NGOs, and civil society organisations into one unified system.
Dr Omolola Salako, CEO of Oncopadi, highlighted the shortage of oncologists in Nigeria, with fewer than 95 oncologists nationwide, particularly in rural areas.
She stressed the need for technology to bridge the gap, allowing oncologists to reach patients across the country.
“Oncopadi has already been mobilising cancer patients for online care and educational resources over the past seven years.
“In partnership with Roche, Oncopadi is supporting 5,000 women newly diagnosed with breast cancer.
“The collaboration leverages Roche’s expertise in oncology diagnostics and Oncopadi’s digital oncology capabilities to launch BRANT.”
Dr Ladi Hameed, General Manager of Roche Products Limited, emphasised the organisation’s commitment to address the growing burden of breast cancer through awareness, early detection, and access to treatment.
“The BRANT programme, which includes free immunohistochemistry testing and multidisciplinary teams, aims to remove financial barriers that delay diagnoses and treatment,”he said.
While the programme would run for the next 18 months, Hameed called for collective efforts to ensure its sustainability.
Mr Alexander Chimbaru, Deputy Country Representative of the World Health Organisation (WHO) to Nigeria, lauded the initiative, calling it a valuable solution to reduce the burden of breast cancer.
He stressed the importance of taking action to ensure the programme’s success.
Dr Fatima Kyari, Registrar of the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN), supported the initiative, urging the organisations to adhere to regulatory guidelines regarding specialist support, digital health tools, and patient information.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports BRANT is a user-friendly platform offering personalised care, expert consultations, diagnostic tests, treatment facilities, and support for patients throughout their breast cancer journey.
NAN
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