Kwara Screens Over One Hundred Thousand Residents for Hypertension, Blood Sugar in Landmark Health Project
The Kwara State Government has successfully screened 102,452 residents for hypertension and blood sugar levels, marking a significant milestone in the state’s public health efforts.
This was disclosed by the Commissioner for Health, Dr. Amina El-Imam, during a press briefing in Ilorin, the state capital. She commended the cooperation of residents, stakeholders, and partners in ensuring the success of the exercise.
The screening exercise was part of the nationwide Project 10 Million initiative, spearheaded by health commissioners across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The program aimed to screen 10 million Nigerians for blood pressure and sugar levels to detect and manage health risks early.
According to a statement signed by the Ministry of Health’s Press Secretary, Gbenga Falade, the Kwara screening was conducted from October 28 to November 10, 2024. The statement highlighted the collaboration between various stakeholders, including state executive council members, local government leaders, royal fathers led by the Emir of Ilorin, religious organizations, labor unions, market leaders, health workers, and international partners such as the World Health Organization.
Dr. El-Imam attributed the success of the program to the support of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq and lauded it as one of the largest health interventions targeting adults in the state.
“Kwara is proud to be among the leading states to implement this transformative initiative,” she said. “I urge residents to continue regular checks on their blood pressure and sugar levels to manage these conditions and reduce the risk of mortality.”
The commissioner emphasized the need for sustained efforts in preventive healthcare, appealing to Kwarans to prioritize health awareness and early detection.
The successful implementation of the project underscores Kwara State’s commitment to improving public health outcomes and tackling non-communicable diseases at the community level.
