NNPCL/First E&P concludes medical outreach in Bayelsa

The NNPC Ltd/FIRST Exploration & Petroleum Growth Firm Restricted Joint Enterprise has introduced the profitable completion of its third annual medical outreach in Bayelsa State, reinforcing its dedication to neighborhood well-being and sustainable improvement.

This initiative, benefitting greater than 3,800 beneficiaries throughout 11 host communities, is to supply important healthcare companies, enhancing entry to medical assist and bettering the general high quality of life for residents within the area.

A press release by the corporate on Wednesday mentioned the outreach offered common consultations, laboratory exams, imaginative and prescient screenings with prescription eyeglasses, and dental care, together with fillings, cleanings, and extractions.

The assertion learn, “Over 5 days from January 29 to February 2, 2025 greater than 3,800 beneficiaries throughout 11 host communities acquired very important healthcare companies.

“As well as, this system distributed preventive necessities equivalent to handled mosquito nets for pregnant ladies and youngsters, deworming remedy, sanitary merchandise, and oral hygiene kits.”

A multidisciplinary group of medical doctors, nurses, Neighborhood Well being Extension Staff, dentists, optometrists, and different well being professionals ensured that complete care reached the KEFFESO communities of Koluama 1, Koluama 2, Ekeni, Fishtown, Foropa, Ezetu 1, Ezetu 2, Sangana, Oginibiri, Okumbiri, and Okumbiribeleu.

Commenting, Chief Upstream Funding Officer at NNPC Upstream Funding Administration Providers, Oluwaseyi Omotowa, represented on the outreach kick-off occasion by NUIMS Media Advisor, Mr Alexander Igwe, mentioned the initiative is a dedication to its host communities.

“Our CSR initiatives are central to our dedication to our host communities. This outreach demonstrates our dedication to delivering sustainable healthcare options.

The Govt Director, Company Providers, FIRST E&P, Mr Emmanuel Etomi, represented by the Head of Social Efficiency, FIRST E&P, Ayebatonye Benjamin-Basuo added, “A wholesome neighborhood is a thriving neighborhood. By this outreach, we’re bridging important healthcare gaps and empowering those that want it most.

Equally, the Director of Medical Providers on the Bayelsa State Ministry of Well being, Dr Ngowari Torunana, counseled this system for addressing important healthcare disparities.

His Royal Highness of Mokoama Sangana Kingdom, Moses Theophilus, additionally expressed his gratitude on behalf of the host communities.

“On behalf of the 11 beneficiary communities, we sincerely admire NNPC and FIRST E&P for this life-changing well being outreach program.

“This initiative has offered much-needed reduction, demonstrating their real dedication to the well-being of our individuals.

“The NNPC Ltd/FIRST E&P JV stays steadfast in its dedication to sustainable neighborhood improvement, making certain long-term, impactful initiatives that improve well being, well-being, and high quality of life for its host communities,” the assertion concluded.