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Over 2,000 indigent residents of Sagamu and surrounding communities benefitted from a large-scale Malaria Prevention and Treatment Medical Outreach organized by the Rotary Club of Sagamu Royale, District 9112, in partnership with Rotarians Against Malaria – Global Rotary Action Group (RAM-Global).
The event, held on June 12, Democracy Day, at AUD Primary School Field in Makun, featured the distribution of 1,000 insecticide-treated mosquito nets and over 2,000 doses of free anti-malaria medication, alongside free malaria testing and vital health checks.
According to the Project Chair, Rotarian Dr. Ola Jagun, “This group and this outreach are about service above self. We are here to protect lives, to educate, and to help communities rise above avoidable sickness.”
The outreach went beyond medical aid to emphasize education and prevention. Participants received practical guidance on the correct use of mosquito nets, proper medication adherence, and simple hygiene practices such as clearing stagnant water to prevent mosquito breeding.
Dr. Jagun, who is also the Incoming President of the club, highlighted the outreach’s mission to promote responsible health behaviours.
“Failure to complete a prescribed dosage or misuse of medication could lead to drug resistance and further complications,” she warned, urging the community to take collective action against malaria.
Rotary leaders and supporters lauded the initiative as a vital contribution to grassroots health. Dr. Adedayo Gbadebo-Saba, the immediate past President of Rotary Club of Sagamu Royale, and RTN Obafemi Olatunde, the current President, expressed pride in the club’s sustained commitment to community health.
“Health is the foundation of development. Without it, no society can grow. What we are doing here today is planting seeds for a stronger future,” said Dr. Gbadebo-Saba.
The event underscored how local and global partnerships can translate into tangible benefits, building trust and empowering communities to take charge of their health.
