Mr. Emeka Okonkwo, a President-General aspirant for Akwukwu-Igbo, has described community service as one of the greatest legacies a person can leave for their people, emphasizing that it is both service to God and humanity.
He made the remark while interacting with residents who turned out in large numbers for a two-day free medical outreach focused on Tuberculosis (TB) and heart-related conditions. The programme was held at Akwukwu-Igbo Town Hall in partnership with Karachi Rural-Urban Development Initiative (KRUDI), a non-governmental organization dedicated to health and community development.
The outreach provided free screening for tuberculosis and cardiovascular-related issues to indigene and residents of the community.
Leading by example, Mr. Okonkwo underwent his own routine medical checks during the event and encouraged others to do the same. “Early detection saves lives,” he stressed, urging everyone to take advantage of the opportunity to know their health status.
Several participants diagnosed with TB or related conditions were immediately referred for further treatment at no cost, while those who tested negative received professional medical advice on preventive measures and healthy living.
The well-attended programme has been widely praised by beneficiaries, who expressed gratitude for the initiative and called for more of such interventions.
Speaking on the sideline of the event, Mr. Okonkwo assured the community that this outreach is only the beginning, adding that more health and welfare programmes are in the pipeline to improve the overall well-being of Akwukwu-Igbo people.
The two-day medical mission underscores a committed effort to bring quality healthcare closer to the grassroots and promote preventive health practices in the community.
