NGO organises free medical check-up and Novelty match

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To commemorate World Health Day, the Join The Cast Healthcare Initiative organised a free medical checkup event at the Campos Memorial Mini Stadium on Lagos Island on Sunday, April 6, 2025. The event aimed to promote health awareness and offered complimentary screenings for blood sugar levels, malaria, HIV, and other tests, along with free medical consultations provided by Evercare Hospital Lekki.

The initiative was enriched with a novelty match between media personalities, comedians, and grassroots football academies in Lagos, blending health awareness with entertainment. The event brought together the Lagos community in support of physical well-being and social bonding.

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Irabor Okosun, the convener of Join The Cast Initiative, reflected on the organisation’s long-term impact, saying, “We’ve been doing this since 2013, and with the help of numerous stakeholders, partners, and volunteers, we’ve impacted over 1.7 million lives.” Okosun emphasized the organization’s mission to reach more people, stating, “Today, we’re aiming to impact at least 5,000 more lives

Chioma Enwereji-Ogbonda, Marketing and Communications manager at Evercare Hospital Lekki, emphasized the importance of community-centered initiatives. “Our partnership with Join The Cast is a testament to our commitment to making quality healthcare more accessible,” she said. Enwereji-Ogbonda advised Nigerians to prioritize preventive healthcare, saying, “I would advise that Nigerians stay on top of their health by being preventive in their approach… ensuring they come in for their annual health checks.”

Coach Olaidi Bolani Williams, head coach of Starlight F.A., expressed appreciation for the event, saying, “I must say a big thank you to the organizers for bringing everyone together… Events like this are crucial for both athletes and the general public.”

The novelty match featured celebrities like Akpororo and Senator, providing an engaging way for the public to participate in health advocacy. The event highlighted the NGO’s creative approach to social causes, making important health services both entertaining and impactful

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