- Free prostate cancer screening, dental care, and consultation provided.
- Over a hundred men benefited from the outreach.
- Council promises to sustain regular community health programs.
The two-day Free Health Outreach for Men organized by the Lekki Local Council Development Area (LCDA) under the leadership of the Executive Chairman, Engr. Rasaki Bamidele Kasali (MNSE, MNATE), has ended successfully, recording massive turnout and positive impact across the community.
Eko Hot Blog reports that the outreach, themed “Saving Our Men,” focused on promoting men’s health awareness and encouraging regular medical checkups among men of various age groups.
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Beneficiaries received free prostate cancer screening, dental care services, medical consultations, and free drugs. The event was facilitated by medical professionals who volunteered their time to provide essential health services to residents.
Engr. Kasali expressed satisfaction with the success of the program, noting that the initiative was designed to bridge the gap in men’s health awareness.
“We discovered that many men hardly go for medical checkups until health challenges become severe. This outreach was organized to change that mindset and encourage early detection and prevention.”
One of the beneficiaries, Mr. Adewale, commended the Council for the initiative.
“This program really helped us, especially those who could not afford hospital visits. I did a free prostate test today for the first time, and I’m grateful to the organizers.”
The Council’s Medical Officer of Health, also highlighted the importance of continuous health advocacy.
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“We must continue to sensitize men about preventive healthcare and regular screening, especially for conditions like hypertension and prostate cancer.”
The outreach concluded with a renewed commitment by the Council to sustain similar initiatives that promote community wellness and preventive healthcare.
