RCCG medical outreach provides free care for 300 Oshodi residents
Three hundred residents in Oshodi, Lagos, received free medical care during an outreach organised by the Calvary Zonal Headquarters, Province 89 of The Redeemed Christian Church of God. The event offered services such as consultations, screenings, and medications to underserved members of the community. Jeffrey Aganbi, the Pastor-in-Charge, said the initiative aligns with the church’s mission to support its host community. Dr Rotimi Adesanya and other volunteers highlighted the importance of such initiatives in addressing health gaps.
What happened
- The outreach provided free consultations, eye checks, blood sugar and pressure tests, and medications to 300 beneficiaries.
- Jeffrey Aganbi stated the programme is part of the church’s commitment to social responsibility and follows the directive of Pastor Enoch Adeboye.
- Dr Rotimi Adesanya noted hypertension was the most common condition detected and urged the government to provide free essential medicines.
- Community leaders like Adeboye Oludayo praised the church for sustaining the annual outreach and encouraged other organisations to do the same.
- Beneficiaries expressed gratitude, saying the outreach eased financial burdens and improved access to healthcare.
