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Audiologist Distributes N200m In Hearing Aids, Advocating Support For Ibadan Residents With Hearing Loss
Audiologist Distributes N200m In Hearing Aids, Advocating Support For Ibadan Residents With Hearing Loss....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
A non-governmental organization, the HearMax Initiative, in collaboration with the Starkey Hearing Foundation and Inqaba Biotech, has provided hearing support devices and services valued at twenty million naira (N20m) to one hundred and twenty beneficiaries in Ibadan.
The beneficiaries, comprising children, adults, and elderly individuals with hearing challenges, congregated at the football pitch in front of the IITA Ibadan along Akinyele/Iseyin Express Road over the weekend. They received organized hearing screening services, including registration, hearing diagnosis, counseling, and the distribution of regulated hearing aids, among other services.
A hearing aid is a small electronic device that assists people with hearing loss, worn in or behind their ear.
Dr. Ibraheem Salako, an Audiologist and the Executive Director of the HearMax Initiative, emphasized the importance of early hearing screening for children under 5 years old before their enrollment in school. This early detection allows for timely treatment, ensuring optimal academic performance.
Dr. Ibraheem highlighted the prevalence of students in schools who struggle to hear their teachers due to a lack of access to hearing aids. He urged the government to take proactive steps in providing hearing screening facilities and hearing aids, especially in special schools, where many students have manageable hearing challenges.
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He explained, “Today we are providing hearing aids for one hundred and twenty people, and these hearing aids are quite expensive. The total cost of the services we are providing today is approximately 200 million naira, so we are looking at helping about 120 people, which translates to about 240 hearing aids.”
The HearMax Initiative is dedicated to ear and hearing care and is Nigeria’s first charity organization in this field. It was established in response to the rising incidence of hearing loss in Nigeria, with the World Health Organization reporting that 8.5 million Nigerians suffer from hearing loss. The initiative aims to provide accessible care, particularly to children, and address preventable causes of hearing loss.
Regarding the challenges of importing hearing aids into the country, Dr. Ibraheem called for government intervention to waive duty fees on these devices, which are donated by international partners. He stressed the need for the government to subsidize hearing aids or order them in bulk to make them affordable to those in need.
Mr. Lukman Abiodun of Inqaba Biotech highlighted the importance of early intervention for children with hearing challenges to support their education and social development. He urged all levels of government to provide hearing aids to primary schools and support initiatives like this one to combat hearing loss in society.
Beneficiaries, including Alhaji Abdul Lateef Gbadamosi, Mrs. Akintomide Damilola, and George Ayatasua, commended the HearMax Initiative and its partners for bringing this valuable program to Ibadan. They called on government authorities at all levels to replicate such initiatives for the betterment of society.
Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal has hailed Inter Miami captain Lionel Messi as the greatest footballer of all time, saying the Argentine’s achievements place him above every other player in the sport’s history.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
News reports that Yamal made the comments on Monday, April 20, shortly after being named Best Young Athlete at the 2026 Laureus World Sports Awards in Madrid.
The teenage star expressed deep admiration for Messi while speaking about his own ambitions in football, stressing that the Argentine icon has earned worldwide respect through his remarkable career.
“Leo Messi is the best football player of all time. If he’s not the best athlete of all time, he’s certainly among them. Everyone respects him for what he’s achieved, and I hope I can follow in his footsteps,” Yamal said.
Messi, who is widely regarded as one of football’s greatest legends, has won more than 45 trophies throughout his career, including multiple league titles, continental championships, and the FIFA World Cup with Argentina.
Now 38, the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner is nearing the final stages of his playing career and is expected to take part in what could be his last World Cup this summer.
Meanwhile, Egyptian forward Mohamed Salah has revealed his desire to end his Liverpool career on a positive note after scoring in his final Merseyside derby during a 2-1 victory over Everton at Anfield.
Salah opened the scoring in the intense encounter, registering his ninth goal in the derby and equalling Steven Gerrard as Liverpool’s joint-highest scorer in the fixture.
The forward, who has had a mixed season, once again delivered in a crucial moment as Liverpool continue their push for a top-four finish and Champions League qualification.
Speaking after the match, Salah emphasised the importance of helping the team secure European football as he looks ahead to the end of his Anfield journey.
“I hope I will just keep scoring and help the team to achieve the Champions League this season. Hopefully, I say farewell in the right way,” Salah said.
“It feels great. The most important thing was to help the team settle down and feel more confident. We knew before the game it was going to be tricky, difficult, and I’m glad we were able to win it.”
Chief of Staff to President Bola Tinubu, Femi Gbajabiamila, has advised the House of Representatives member of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Leke Abejide, to remain in his party.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Gbajabiamila made the remark during a birthday celebration organised in honour of Abejide, according to reports.
He noted that the All Progressives Congress (APC) was pleased with the lawmaker’s activities within the ADC, adding that his presence was creating internal tensions in the opposition party.
The Chief of Staff also urged Abejide to disregard calls from APC members, including former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, who had reportedly encouraged him to defect to the ruling party.
“Don’t come to APC. Stay in ADC and scatter them. We like what you’re doing. Don’t mind former governor Yahaya Bello, who said you should join APC. No, no, no, stay in ADC and win your election. Also, bring Bala Gombe, and we’ll support him. Good luck in court,” he was quoted as saying.
Meanwhile, fresh tension has emerged within the African Democratic Congress as factional leader Nafiu Bala accused former national chairman Ralph Nwosu of misrepresenting the purpose of a recent party event.
Bala, speaking in an interview on AIT on Monday, said he was invited to what he believed was a routine meeting to welcome new members but later discovered it was used to announce a new leadership structure led by David Mark.
He explained that he only realised the full agenda after proceedings had begun, adding that the event also featured Nwosu stepping down while unveiling new party executives.
According to him, the development has deepened existing internal disputes within the party, especially with the appointment of David Mark and others into key leadership positions during the gathering.
Leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ogun East Senatorial District have reportedly endorsed Governor Dapo Abiodun as their preferred candidate for the 2027 senatorial election.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
According to reports, the decision was taken on Monday during a large political gathering held at Adeola Odutola Hall in Ijebu-Ode, which attracted party stakeholders and grassroots representatives from across the district.
A statement from the governor’s media office indicated that the meeting was widely attended by key APC figures, including members of the Governor’s Advisory Council, former and serving local government chairmen, councillors from all wards, as well as current and former lawmakers at both state and national levels. Women leaders, youth groups, and other stakeholders were also present.
Party leaders at the event expressed confidence in Abiodun’s capacity to represent Ogun East effectively at the National Assembly, describing his leadership record as a key factor in their decision.
They also resolved to formally communicate the endorsement to the governor and begin mobilisation efforts ahead of the 2027 electoral cycle.
The Secretary to the State Government, Tokunbo Talabi, noted that the governor’s performance in office and his role in fostering unity within the party were central to the decision to support his senatorial ambition.
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