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NNPC Limited and FIRST Exploration & Petroleum Development Company Limited Joint Venture have successfully concluded their third annual medical outreach in Bayelsa State, reinforcing their commitment to community well-being and sustainable development.

The outreach, which took place from January 29 to February 2, 2025, provided vital medical services to over 3,800 beneficiaries across 11 host communities, including Koluama 1, Koluama 2, Ekeni, Fishtown, Foropa, Ezetu 1, Ezetu 2, Sangana, Oginibiri, Okumbiri, and Okumbiribeleu.

A multidisciplinary team of doctors, nurses, Community Health Extension Workers (CHEWs), dentists, optometrists, and other health professionals ensured comprehensive care reached the KEFFESO communities.

Engr. Oluwaseyi Omotowa, Chief Upstream Investment Officer at NNPC Upstream Investment Management Services (NUIMS), emphasised the importance of the outreach, saying, “Our CSR initiatives are central to our commitment to our host communities. This outreach demonstrates our dedication to delivering sustainable healthcare solutions.

Mr. Emmanuel Etomi, Executive Director, Corporate Services, FIRST E&P, represented by Ayebatonye Benjamin-Basuo, Head of Social Performance, FIRST E&P, added, “A healthy community is a thriving community. Through this outreach, we are bridging critical healthcare gaps and empowering those who need it most.”

Dr. Ngowari Torunana, Director of Medical Services at the Bayelsa State Ministry of Health, commended the program for addressing significant healthcare disparities.

His Royal Highness Moses Theophilus, Chairman of the KEFFESO Host Communities’ Development Trust (KHCDT), expressed his gratitude on behalf of the host communities, saying, “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.

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