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Anambra Residents Benefit from NYSC Free Health Care Initiative
ONITSHA, Nigeria — Hundreds of residents in Anambra State have received free medical treatment through a health care outreach organized by the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC).....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The program, held under the NYSC Health Initiative for Rural Dwellers, provided residents with free consultations, medical checkups, and essential drugs. It was part of the scheme’s effort to support communities with limited access to health care.
Residents gathered at health centers and outreach points in rural communities where NYSC medical volunteers, including doctors, nurses, and pharmacists, attended to patients. Common health conditions such as malaria, high blood pressure, and minor infections were treated. Counseling on nutrition, hygiene, and preventive health measures was also provided.
The initiative, according to NYSC officials, is designed to reach underserved populations. Many communities in Anambra lack adequate health facilities, and residents often face long distances and high costs when seeking care. The outreach offered them a rare chance to access medical services at no cost.
Dr. Ifeoma Uche, one of the corps doctors, said the program is important because it saves lives. “Many people here cannot afford basic medical care. Through this initiative, we can treat illnesses early and also educate them on how to prevent future problems,” she said.
Community leaders welcomed the program, describing it as a relief to their people. Chief Nnamdi Okafor, a local elder, said the free medical services came at the right time. “Our community has suffered because of lack of a hospital. Many families cannot pay for treatment. This support from NYSC gives hope,” he said.
Patients who benefited also shared their appreciation. A mother of three, Mrs. Ngozi Eze, said she was treated for malaria and given free medication. “I am grateful because I did not have money to go to a private hospital. The doctors here helped me and also examined my children,” she said.
The NYSC said the outreach is part of its social responsibility. Beyond health care, corps members often engage in community development projects such as school repairs, environmental sanitation, and vocational training.
Officials added that the Health Initiative for Rural Dwellers has been carried out in several states, with plans to expand its reach. The Anambra edition was supported by local health authorities and volunteers.
NYSC State Coordinator, Mrs. Blessing Iruma, explained that the scheme is determined to continue such programs. “This outreach is about bringing health care closer to the people. We will keep working with local leaders to identify communities most in need,” she said.
Experts say health outreach programs like this help reduce pressure on overstretched hospitals and prevent avoidable deaths. They also encourage people to seek treatment early instead of waiting until conditions worsen.
Nigeria continues to face challenges in public health. Many rural communities lack doctors, and government hospitals struggle with overcrowding. Initiatives such as the NYSC program offer temporary relief but highlight the need for long-term investment in the health sector.
For residents of Anambra, the free treatment was more than just medical support — it was a sign that they are not forgotten. As Mrs. Eze said, “Today, we feel that government cares for us.”
The NYSC said it plans to return to more communities in the coming months, with the hope of reaching thousands of people across the state.
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The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has welcomed the intervention of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) in its ongoing leadership dispute, describing the legal body’s position as a validation of its long-standing claims of judicial abuse.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In a statement signed by Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the party said the NBA’s caution against forum shopping and abuse of court processes supports its stance that attempts to challenge its leadership in court are legally flawed.
The ADC said the NBA had clarified that courts do not have jurisdiction over internal affairs of political parties and that seeking interim or interlocutory orders in such matters contravenes the Electoral Act.
According to the party, this position aligns with its belief that the legal process is being manipulated for political purposes rather than genuine dispute resolution.
It described the situation as a coordinated attempt to weaponise the judiciary, which the NBA had reportedly condemned as abuse of court process driven by forum shopping and malicious litigation.
The ADC further linked the crisis to broader political tensions, alleging that it reflects anxiety within the ruling party amid insecurity, economic hardship, and declining public trust ahead of the 2027 elections.
The party warned that any court orders obtained contrary to due process would be legally defective and unenforceable.
While commending the NBA for urging disciplinary action against erring legal practitioners and judicial officers, the ADC called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to remain strictly neutral.
It stressed that INEC must not take any action that could legitimise what it described as unlawful judicial interference in party affairs.
The party added that the matter goes beyond internal politics and concerns the integrity of Nigeria’s democracy, vowing to pursue all lawful means to defend its position.
An aspirant for the 2027 Lagos governorship election under the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdul-Azeez Adediran, popularly known as Jandor, has said the party has not adopted any consensus or anointed candidate.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In a statement issued by his spokesman, Gbenga Ogunleye, Jandor aligned with the official position of the Lagos APC leadership, stressing that no aspirant has been selected ahead of the party’s primary election.
He insisted that all interested aspirants will participate in a credible and competitive primary to determine the party’s flagbearer.
However, he noted that if the party leadership eventually opts for a consensus arrangement, he would respect and fully support the decision regardless of who emerges.
According to the statement, Jandor reaffirmed his commitment to the race, saying he is actively strengthening his grassroots support base and engaging widely with party stakeholders across Lagos State.
He also cautioned against mistaking individual campaigns or group endorsements as the official position of the APC leadership.
Jandor maintained that only an official pronouncement from the party leadership would determine its final choice of candidate for the 2027 governorship election.
The Senator representing Oyo North Senatorial District and a 2027 governorship aspirant under the All Progressives Congress (APC), Buhari Abdulfatai, has urged Nigerian women to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
He said Tinubu’s continuity in office was necessary to sustain ongoing reforms and promote equity, justice, and fairness across the country.
Buhari made the call while speaking with journalists at the end of a three-day women’s capacity-building programme held in Oyo North.
He commended the President for creating an enabling environment that allowed lawmakers to initiate empowerment programmes targeting women, especially in small and medium-scale enterprises within agricultural value chains.
The senator disclosed that 120 women from across Oyo State benefited from the training, with each receiving ₦100,000 to support their businesses.
He urged beneficiaries to use the funds wisely to improve their livelihoods and continue supporting the administration’s policies.
Buhari also encouraged participants to pray for the President, describing him as committed to improving the welfare of women and youths.
He explained that beneficiaries were drawn from all three senatorial districts in Oyo State, expressing confidence that Tinubu would emerge as the APC presidential candidate in 2027.
According to him, both he and the President recognise the crucial role of women in securing electoral victory for the party.
He added that more empowerment and capacity-building programmes would be rolled out in the near future to further support women and small business owners.
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