The Ibom Developers have taken their community health intervention to Ikot Okwo, Ikot Ikwot and Ndauku communities of Ikot Abasi Local Government of Akwa Ibom State where it organised a two-day comprehensive medical outreach for indigent residents.
The programme held between February 6 and 7, 2024, which had as theme: ‘Good health your greatest asset’, is aimed at facilitating early resolution of community health issues, recognising the pivotal role that timely intervention plays in safeguarding the overall well-being of the community.
Among other health issues for which medical supplies were provided are Malaria, Typhoid, Blood Pressure, Cough, and Skin Rashes. Sugar tests were also conducted given the increasing rates of diabetes in the region. Those diagnosed were provided with guidance on lifestyle changes.
The Ndauku Community Women Leader, Mrs. Dorothy Akpan Robert, said the initiative by the company will empower the community by fostering healthy citizens and promote the culture of health consciousness and preventive care.
She said: “Our community is grateful for this generous gesture, and we sincerely acknowledge Ibom Developers dedicated efforts and compassion. This initiative by the company empowers the community by fostering a culture of health consciousness and preventive care.”
Public health involves preventing diseases, promoting health, educating communities, providing healthcare access, maintaining a healthy environment, and being prepared for emergencies. This helps build resilient communities, a priority for the company.
Speaking for his community, the Village Head of Ikot Ikwot Community, Chief Ukpe Uyo Amanama, said “Ibom Developers’ Medical Outreach Programme is a testament to the transformative impact that community-driven health initiatives can have on the lives of individuals and the health landscape of a region.”
He expressed happiness that Ibom Developers remained committed to the development and empowerment of host communities, focusing on addressing immediate health issues and promoting the well-being of communities, ensuring long-term healthy living.
According to the Village Chief, the initiative’s primary goal is to facilitate the early resolution of community health issues, recognising the pivotal role that timely intervention plays in safeguarding the overall well-being of the community.
He said good health is vital for the sustainable development of host communities, and serves as a foundation for economic and social progress. A healthy population is more productive, enabling greater workforce participation. Sound health reduces healthcare costs, encouraging economic stability. Socially, it enhances the quality of life, ensuring communities thrive.
Dignitaries present at the programme were Mrs. Dorothy Akpan Robert, Women Leader, Ndauku Community; Prince Felix Albert, Vice Council Secretary, Ndauku Community; Chief Happy Negro Dickson, Compound Head of Dickson Family, Ndauku Community; Chief Akpan Amos, Compound Head of Ikot Esighe Family, Ndauku Community; Chief Akpan Amos, Compound Head of Ikot Esighe Family, Ndauku Community; Chief Ufot Frank Udoekpo, Compound Head of Udoekpo Family, Ndauku Community; Chief Ukpe Uyo Amanama, Village Head of Ikot Ikwot Community and Imaobong Anthony Sylvanus, Women Leader Ikot Okwo Community among others.
