By Our Reporter,The Nation
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For its outstanding contribution to humanitarian service and public health advocacy in Nigeria, the Rotary Club of Gbagada has honoured the Okeoghene Eterigho Sickle Cell Awareness Foundation (OESCAF) with a recognition award.
The award was presented to Mr. and Mrs. Sylvester and Erezi Eterigho, founders of the foundation, in acknowledgment of their relentless efforts in creating awareness on sickle cell disorder and supporting individuals and families affected by the condition.
OESCAF, in recent years embarked on several free medical outreaches across Lagos and other parts of the country, offering healthcare, education, and relief materials to vulnerable communities.
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Its interventions, the Club noted, have continued to bring hope to many battling the burden of sickle cell disorder.
At the presentation, the President of the Rotary Club of Gbagada described the honour as well-deserved, adding that organisations like OESCAF are filling critical gaps in healthcare delivery and community development.
The recognition, stakeholders observed, underscores the impact of non-profit organisations in complementing government’s efforts to address pressing health challenges and improve the well-being of Nigerians.
For the Eterighos, the award is another milestone in their journey of transforming personal experiences into purposeful service and advocacy for the common good.
