By Tochukwu Bliss, Abuja
The NNPC Ltd/FIRST Exploration & Petroleum Development Company Limited Joint Venture (JV), said it has wrapped up its third annual medical outreach in Bayelsa State, reinforcing its commitment to community well-being and sustainable development.
Over five days, from January 29 to February 2, more than 3,800 beneficiaries across 11 host communities were said to have received vital healthcare services.
In a statement, the outreach was said to have provided general consultations, laboratory tests, vision screenings with prescription eyeglasses, and dental care including fillings, cleanings, and extractions.
In addition, the program distributed preventive essentials such as treated mosquito nets for pregnant women and children, deworming medication, sanitary products, and oral hygiene kits.
A multidisciplinary team of doctors, nurses, Community Health Extension Workers (CHEWs), dentists, optometrists, and other health professionals ensured that comprehensive care reached the KEFFESO communities.
These include Koluama 1, Koluama 2, Ekeni, Fishtown, Foropa, Ezetu 1, Ezetu 2, Sangana, Oginibiri, Okumbiri, and Okumbiribeleu.
The Chief Upstream Investment Officer at NNPC Upstream Investment Management Services (NUIMS), Oluwaseyi Omotowa, represented at the outreach by Alexander Igwe, Advisor, Media, was quoted as saying: “Our CSR initiatives are central to our commitment to our host communities. This outreach demonstrates our dedication to delivering sustainable healthcare solutions.”
A healthy community is a thriving community. Through this outreach, we are bridging critical healthcare gaps and empowering those who need it most.
Similarly, Executive Director, Corporate Services, FIRST E&P, Emmanuel Etomi, represented by Ayebatonye Benjamin-Basuo, Head of Social Performance, noted that “A healthy community is a thriving community. Through this outreach, we are bridging critical healthcare gaps and empowering those who need it most.”
Director of Medical Services at the Bayelsa State Ministry of Health, Dr. Ngowari Torunana, commended the program for addressing significant healthcare disparities.
His Royal Highness Mokoama Sangana Kingdom, and Chairman of the KEFFESO Host Communities’ Development Trust (KHCDT), Moses Theophilus, also expressed his gratitude on behalf of the host communities.
He said: “On behalf of the 11 beneficiary communities, we sincerely appreciate NNPC and FIRST E&P for this life-changing health outreach program. This initiative has provided much-needed relief, demonstrating their genuine commitment to the well-being of our people.”
The NNPC Ltd/FIRST E&P JV reiterated its commitment to sustainable community development, ensuring long-term, impactful initiatives that enhance health, well-being, and quality of life for its host communities.
