Lafarge Africa Plc has launched its yearly medical outreach programme to fight malaria and improve the health of residents in its host communities in Nigeria.
In a statement, the medical outreach programme focused on health education, where attendees learnt about malaria prevention techniques, such as the use of insecticide-treated nets and environmental management. “In addition, participants will access to medical tests, consultations and free medications to address various health concerns throughout May,” it noted.
Speaking during the flag-off ceremony at Akwa Ikot Effanga Community, Cross River State Commissioner for Health, Dr Egbe Ayuk, commended Lafarge Africa for being a proactive partner with the state with its consistency in health interventions and service delivery.
In alignment with the theme for this year’s World Malaria Day, “Health Equity, Gender and Human Rights”, the Director General of the State’s Primary Healthcare Development Agency, Dr Vivien Otu, lauded Lafarge Africa for its continual support towards eradicating malaria in the state and called for increased support, particularly for pregnant women and children. “Our goal is to address the disparities associated with malaria, and by doing so, create healthier communities that are free from malaria in Cross River state.”
In his remarks, the Plant Manager, Lafarge Africa Plc, Sitirios Valsamakis, who was represented by the Human Resources Business Partner, Mfamosing Plant, Barong Ita, highlighted the company’s commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and community well-being. “Every year, we continue to impact members of our host communities with our health intervention. This year, we are glad to be expanding our scope to reach the most vulnerable persons with free and quality medical health services tailored to their needs in our respective communities.”
The outreach was held in commemoration of World Malaria Day and as part of Lafarge Africa’s commitment to corporate social responsibility (CSR) to enhance the quality of life for residents in the communities where it operates.
