Epe Local Government has continued its drive to improve grassroots healthcare, with residents of Oriba Community benefiting from the latest edition of the Monthly Rural Health Outreach.
Epe Insights reports that the healthcare outreach, championed by the Executive Chairman of Epe Local Government, Hon. (Princess) Surah Olayemi Animashaun, attracted a large turnout of residents seeking free medical care and preventive health services.
The monthly programme forms part of the local government’s ongoing efforts to improve access to primary healthcare and ensure that rural communities receive timely and affordable medical attention.
The initiative is designed to remove barriers to healthcare by bringing essential medical services directly to residents, especially those living in underserved areas.
During the outreach, medical professionals provided free consultations to residents with different health concerns, offering expert advice and immediate medical attention.
Beneficiaries also received free treatment for common illnesses, helping many families access healthcare without financial burden.
Essential medications were distributed at no cost to patients diagnosed with minor health conditions during the exercise.
The outreach catered to people of different age groups, including men, women, senior citizens, expectant mothers, nursing mothers and children.
Healthcare workers conducted routine medical assessments and educated residents on the importance of maintaining healthy lifestyles.
Special attention was given to maternal and child healthcare as part of the council’s commitment to protecting vulnerable members of the community.
Children under the age of five received routine immunisation to safeguard them against vaccine-preventable diseases.
Health officials also vaccinated children who had previously missed scheduled immunisation, ensuring they remained protected through the state’s immunisation programme.
Medical experts explained that regular vaccination remains one of the most effective ways to prevent childhood illnesses and improve long-term public health outcomes.
Expectant and nursing mothers also benefited from health education sessions focused on maternal care, child nutrition and family wellness.
The outreach further provided guidance on disease prevention, hygiene practices and the importance of seeking prompt medical attention when necessary.
Residents commended the local government for sustaining the monthly health initiative, describing it as a valuable intervention that continues to improve healthcare delivery in rural communities.
Many beneficiaries expressed appreciation for the opportunity to access professional healthcare services without travelling long distances.
Community leaders also praised the programme, noting that regular medical outreach has strengthened confidence in public healthcare services across Epe Local Government.
The impressive turnout at the outreach reflected the growing trust residents have in the council’s healthcare initiatives and its commitment to improving community well-being.
According to the local government, expanding access to healthcare remains a key priority of the administration of Hon. (Princess) Surah Olayemi Animashaun.
The chairman has consistently emphasised that quality healthcare should be accessible to every resident, regardless of location or financial status.
Through sustained investment in primary healthcare, the administration continues to promote healthier communities and improve public health outcomes.
Health stakeholders described the Monthly Rural Health Outreach as an important platform for preventing diseases through early diagnosis, treatment and continuous health education.
They noted that taking healthcare directly to rural communities helps reduce avoidable health complications while encouraging residents to seek medical attention early.
Observers also commended the council’s focus on preventive healthcare, describing the initiative as a practical approach to strengthening the local healthcare system.
The Monthly Rural Health Outreach has become one of the flagship health programmes of Epe Local Government, reaching more communities with essential medical services every month.
Residents expressed optimism that the programme would continue to expand, allowing more people across the local government to benefit from free healthcare interventions.
As the administration sustains its people-centred healthcare agenda, the outreach continues to bring hope, healing and improved well-being to families across Epe.
The successful exercise in Oriba Community further demonstrates Epe Local Government’s unwavering commitment to strengthening primary healthcare, promoting preventive medicine and ensuring that no community is left behind in accessing quality healthcare services.
