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NNPC Foundation restores vision to 1,000 cataract patients in Ogun 

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Raymond Osho
Not less than 1000 cataract patients in Ogun State will regain their sight through the ongoing NNPC Foundation’s free cataract screening and extraction programme in the state.
The initiative, which is currently underway in the South West, aims to provide essential healthcare services to those in need.
The Managing Director of NNPC Foundation, Mrs. Emmanuella Arukwe, during the flag-off of the programme at the Federal Medical Centre in Abeokuta, disclosed that the initiative is a significant stride in the foundation’s commitment to improving lives and enhancing the health of communities.

 The Director, who was represented by the Deputy Manager, Special Projects, NNPC Foundation, Mrs. Teniola Abu, explained that cataract is severely impacting many Nigerians, hence the project is committed to combating the widespread issue of vision impairment caused by cataracts.
Her words: “The programme, commencing here in the South-West, will expand to other geopolitical zones across the country in the coming months. Its purpose is to combat the widespread issue of vision impairment caused by cataracts, a condition that has severely impacted many Nigerians.

 

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“Over the past 20 months, NNPC Foundation has spearheaded numerous healthcare initiatives, including a pilot eye screening and glaucoma treatment programme for over 290 individuals in Abuja.”
Also, the Lead Consultant Physician for the Foundation, Dr. Anne Amugo, while speaking to newsmen at the event, stressed that over 700 beneficiaries have been screened so far, while over 100 patients have successfully undergone operations between Monday and Wednesday.
According to Amugo, though the primary focus is on supporting indigent individuals, some non-indigent persons are also benefiting from the programme.
She said: “The NNPC Foundation is committed to completing this project. We are currently screening candidates in the Southwest states. In Ogun State, we have screened over 600 individuals, and in Lagos, we have already screened over 100. Surgical procedures have also commenced, with over 100 successful operations performed.
“The NNPC Foundation is undertaking this initiative as a responsible corporate citizen, aiming to positively impact the lives of indigent Nigerians.
“While the primary focus is on supporting indigent individuals, some non-indigent persons are also benefiting from the program. The NNPC Foundation is proud to be restoring vision to those in need, enabling them to regain their productivity and independence.”
In her address, the Commissioner for Health in the state, Dr. Tomi Coker, described the intervention as timely, adding that the project will benefit residents who cannot afford medical services.
Coker, however, urged residents to take advantage of the programme rather than seeking alternatives.
Her words: “Regarding the initiative, I must say it’s excellent. It’s a remarkable service to humanity. Many patients cannot afford medical services, especially with the current economic situation. If this initiative can be replicated and sustained, it will benefit many people.”
A beneficiary, Oduntan Oluwaseun, affirmed that before the surgery, he was finding it difficult to see, adding that his vision is now clearer after the surgery.
 He said: “The surgery has been done, and I feel much better than before, thanks to NNPC. I couldn’t see anything before.”
Also, Omeye Christopher said: “I am very happy. I thank God for the operation NNPC offered us. I was shivering when they wanted to do the operation on me, but I thank God, the operation was done successfully. I have been spending a lot of money on it, but thank God NNPC made it possible for me to do the surgery.”

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  1. Am among who they test and promise to call for surgery but yet av not receive call from them oooo please help me out 08033928161 is my contact

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