Joyce Onwuka
The Pistis Foundation’s highly anticipated Ubomi 2024 Medical Outreach is in full swing, as thousands of underserved Nigerians benefit from the comprehensive healthcare services being provided.
Running from September 30th to October 4th, 2024, the outreach has already made a significant impact, providing essential medical interventions to communities that lack access to quality healthcare.
Now on its second day, the outreach has seen a remarkable turnout, with residents from underserved communities receiving free consultations, medications, surgeries, and other specialised treatments. Beneficiaries have expressed gratitude for the support and life-changing medical services they are receiving.
“We are encouraged by the overwhelming response and the number of people who have come out to access the services we are offering,” said Godman Akinlabi, Founder and Board Chair of the Pistis Foundation. “We are committed to making every day count as we push forward to reach our goal of 5,000 beneficiaries. It’s a privilege to witness the positive transformation in the lives of those who would otherwise not have access to critical healthcare.”
The Ubomi Medical Outreach, now in its fifth year, has provided over 21,000 medical interventions and performed more than 700 surgeries since its inception. Each year, the outreach continues to expand its reach, thanks to the strategic support of partners and sponsors who share in the vision of equitable healthcare access for all.
The 2024 outreach is being conducted in partnership with Pro-Health International, a leading non-profit health organisation serving as the technical partner. A team of over 100 medical professionals is on the ground, delivering primary and tertiary healthcare services, including general consultations, eye care, dental services, laboratory tests, and complex surgical procedures—all at no cost to beneficiaries.
“Every person we treat here today represents more than a statistic; they represent a story of hope and transformation. This year, we are performing surgeries for fibroids, hernias, cataracts, and other conditions that would have been otherwise unaffordable for these communities,” said Dr. Iko Ibanga of Pro-Health International. “It’s an honour to be part of an initiative that is restoring health and hope to so many.”
In addition to Pro-Health International, the Ubomi 2024 outreach is supported by a diverse group of partners, including The Elevation Church, Gateway Church, HTS Clinics, Lagos State Blood Transfusion Service, MedPlus Pharmacy, Choice Dental, The Dover Hotel, Le Moriah Residences, MykeOseh Foundation, UNIPGC, Cash Drive, and Zenera Consulting, among many others. These partnerships enable the outreach to deliver holistic healthcare services, ensuring that the lives of the beneficiaries are touched in a profound way.
The Pistis Foundation remains committed to breaking barriers to healthcare access in Nigeria. The organization encourages those in need to take advantage of the services available and invites more partners to join in supporting the initiative.
