Emmanuel lkpeama
In a renewed bid to rid the local government area of Tuberculosis and other common ailments, wife of the executive Chairman of Isolo LCDA, Mrs. Olajumoke Olasoju on Tuesday 8, April 2025,organized free Tuberculosis screening and general health checkups/treatment for residents of the council area.
The event which took place at council premises was in commemoration of this year’s World TB Day with the theme: “Yes we can end TB. Commit, Invest, Deliver.”
Before declaring the day’s exercise open, the Chairperson, assisted by the Permanent Secretary Lagos Health District VI, Dr. Cecilia Mabogunje and the Council’s Medical Officer of Health (MOH), Dr. Anne Okonma, among other medical officers from the district and council area on an awareness walk to some landmarks in the council area such as the Aswani-Faronbi International Market to raise awareness about the lethal disease.
Mrs. Olasoju engaged traders at the market as well as bystanders on the streets sensitizing them about Tuberculosis as she extended invitation for the free screening and general body check up on the council premises.
Addressing over 250 prospective beneficiaries on the council premises, Hon Olasoju expressed delight in implementing the program which she said aligns with the vision of the First Lady, Dr. (Mrs) Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu whom she described as a strong advocate for public health.
The chairperson described TB as a deadly but curable disease that could be prevented through early detection and right information hence the need for the day’s program.
She identified the symptoms of the lung-related infection as including persistent cough lasting two weeks or more, Coughing up blood, Chest pain,Weight loss, Night sweats, Fever, Fatigue or weakness as she urged her audience to not only take any of the symptoms likely but also ensure they undergo screening and spread the information about Tuberculosis.
Investigator news reports that the event featured free TB screenings for the attendees as well as vital check up, treatment and health education.
On their parts, Dr. Okonma and Dr. Mabogunje reiterated the counsel of the Chairperson about not handling any health complication with levity as they charged the beneficiaries to visit nearby public health facilities for regular check up.
The beneficiaries took turns to appreciate the council authority for the comprehensive healthcare program with most of them admitting that the programme has helped them access healthcare almost effortlessly.