27/04/2022
*IJEDE LCDA PARTNERS HACEY HEALTH INITIATIVE TO MARK WORLD MALARIA DAY 2022*
As countries across the globe celebrated World Malaria Day yesterday, April 25, Ijede LCDA under the leadership of the Executive Chairman, Motunrayo Gbadebo-Alogba in partnership with a nonprofit organisation, Hacey Health Initiative organised a health talk tagged *NO MOSQUITO, NO MALARIA*.
The program which was held at the Oke-Eletu Primary Health Centre had in attendance, the Supervisor for Health, Hon. Quadri Sharafadeen Gbolahan who led other members of the Executive Council to represent the Executive Chairman.
In his remarks, Hon. Quadri admonished residents to be aware of their immediate environment and prioritize their hygiene.
He equally enjoined them to utilize other healthcare facilities within Ijede LCDA in order to reduce the pressure on Oke-Eletu Health Centre and the problem of accessibility in case of emergencies.
The Head Cordinator of Hacey Health Initiative, Mr Waliu Bamidele Oyewunmi advised women in the community to take precautions against Malaria by maintaining a clean and stagnant water-free environment.
The event also featured the distribution of mosquito nets and Malaria medications while the beneficiaries were sensitised on how to use them effectively.
*Durojaiye Nurat Temitope*
*Chief Press Secretary, Ijede LCDA*