Rotary Club of Abuja, Wuse 2 Conducts Cholera Sensitization and Donates Safe-Delivery Kits to Pregnant Women in Abuja

A Project Marking the Rotary Int'l Month Theme(July) :Maternal Health & Child Care

The Rotary Club of Abuja, Wuse 2 (The Mayors) held a cholera sensitization session and donated safe-delivery kits to 25 pregnant women at the Primary Health Centre, Gbagalape-Nyanya, a community in the Federal Capital Territory. This initiative, themed "Maternal and Child Care," aimed to educate pregnant women about cholera and positively impact the lives of those in need.

This project marks the club's first for the Rotary year 2024-25, under the leadership of newly elected Club Officers and the Board of Directors. Club President Rotarian Obiageri Clementina Henshaw mobilized club members to support pregnant women, mothers, and families in need through this maiden project.

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Despite heavy rain on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, the club remained committed to service, reinforcing the importance of their mission. The project coincided with the antenatal day for pregnant women at the Primary Health Centre. The cholera sensitization session was highly interactive, with expectant mothers engaging actively and eager to learn and apply the information provided.

The session was facilitated by the club's Vice President, Rotarian (Dr.) Linda C. Obiako, a medical doctor, who educated the women on the prevention and treatment of cholera. President Henshaw further encouraged the women to adhere to simple preventive routines. Following the sensitization, the club distributed 25 kits containing safe-delivery items such as sanitary pads, baby clothes, and other necessities.

The Rotary Club of Abuja, Wuse 2 is dedicated to reaching out to rural communities, making a positive and lasting impact on their lives. The club will continue to identify emerging needs and provide support, showcasing the benevolence of Rotary International. The club extends its gratitude to Assistant Governor Rtn. Kenneth Iwuchukwu, affirming that the project aligns with Rotary's focus on maternal and child health.

The overall aim was to provide vital information about cholera outbreaks and basic support to expectant mothers and newborns. The District Chair of Maternal and Child Health for District 9127, Rotarian Lovina Okorn, emphasized Rotary’s commitment to reducing infant and maternal mortality rates by 25% over the next three years. She highlighted the need for continuous advocacy, education, and support, noting that some pregnant women still neglect essential antenatal care and health services.

The Rotary Club of Abuja, Wuse 2 remains steadfast in its dedication to supporting primary health care centers and vulnerable communities.

Members of the Club Present at the Session:

*President - Rtn. Obiageri Clementina Henshaw,

*Vice President - Rtn. Linda C. Obiako

*Dir.Youth Service - Rtn. Adaoma Francis

*Secretary - Rtn. Amina T. Suleiman ,

*Dir. Club Admin - Rtn Hussain Zaguru AbdulQadir

*Rtn Adam Abdulraheem and Rtn Ifeanyi Okorie

From R- L: Rtn Hussain Zaguru Abdul, Director. Club Admin, Vice President Rtn. Linda C. Obiako, Director.Youth Service, Rtn. Adaoma Francis, Secretary Rtn. Amina T. Suleiman , President Rtn. Obiageri Clementina Henshaw, Rtn Adam Abdulraheem and Rtn Ifeanyi Okorie.

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