04/06/2026
Malaria still remains the biggest health challenge in Nigeria and the Victoria Oyiya Health Foundation (VOHF) has been at the forefront of prevention and awareness of this deadly disease.
The organization recently held an event at the Primary Health Centre, Operational Base, Wellington Bassey Way, Uyo, for mothers and pregnant women who are disproportionately affected. Present at the event were community stakeholders, health workers, and government representatives under one shared purpose — strengthening the fight against malaria.
The theme “Driven to End Malaria: Now We Can, Now We Must,” emphasized how collective action and community-based communication strategies remain essential in reducing malaria burden, especially among vulnerable groups such as pregnant women and children.
Members of the community received free screening, testing and medication. In addition, insecticide-treated mosquito nets were distributed to support household-level prevention.
The Foundation extends sincere appreciation to its partners, particularly the Uyo Local Government Council through the Office of the Honourable Supervisor for Health, Hon. Praise Otuekong Bassey, for their invaluable support and collaboration. We also recognize the presence and contributions of dignitaries including Wife of the Executive Chairman of Uyo Local Government Area, Dr. Mrs. Akaninyene Uwemedimo, the Head of Service, Uyo Local Government, the Women Development Officer, and the Director of Nursing Services of the Local Government. Also present were Uyo Local Government Council Supervisors led by Mr. Joseph Nyong, Supervisor for Environment, as well as aides to the Governor led by Mr. Joe Brown, the APC Chapter Chairman of Uyo Local Government Area, health stakeholders, community leaders whose participation strengthened the impact of the outreach.
Special gratitude goes to all healthcare professionals, volunteers, and members of the VOHF team whose commitment continues to drive meaningful health impact across communities.
Together, we remain committed to advancing awareness, improving preventive healthcare, and working toward a malaria-free future.
God bless VOHF.
God bless Akwa Ibom State.
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