A significant event was held at the University of Lagos (UNILAG) to mark World Malaria Day, bringing together leading health organisations to tackle the ongoing malaria crisis in Nigeria. Green Life Pharmaceuticals, Green Life Hospital, Seagreen Pharmaceutical, and Clearline HMO collaborated to run a significant awareness and prevention campaign. Their collective aim was to educate the public, especially the youth, about malaria, its symptoms, and prevention strategies.
The “Malaria Ends with Us: Reinvest, Reimagine, Reignite” event attracted hundreds of students and community members. Attendees participated in free malaria testing, received prevention kits, and had access to necessary medications. Alongside medical support, the campaign served as a vital platform for teaching young people about the disease, emphasising the importance of early treatment and the dangers of drug misuse.
Green Life Pharmaceuticals’ Executive Director, Peter Nwosu, spoke about the event’s significance. He described it as a significant global health initiative and a valuable outreach to the community. He stressed the urgency of tackling malaria, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa, and reaffirmed the organisation’s dedication to public health through its corporate social responsibility programs.
Dr. Oghenerukevwe Peretomode, Medical Officer at Clearline HMO, called for a united effort from the government and individuals to address the malaria problem. She highlighted the importance of funding, innovation, public education, and individual responsibility in preventing mosquito breeding by maintaining clean environments. Dr. Peretomode also noted the role of climate change in exacerbating malaria cases, emphasising the need for better environmental management.
Chris Ikeagu, General Manager at Green Life Hospital, explained that UNILAG’s location was strategically chosen for the event. He emphasised that young people could spread the message of malaria prevention to their communities, helping to make a long-lasting impact. Ikeagu pointed out that malaria is still deadly, but proper education and early action could significantly reduce its spread.
This event not only marked World Malaria Day but also empowered the Nigerian youth with essential knowledge and tools to protect themselves and their communities from malaria.
