500 children benefit from Lagos back-to-school Medical outreach

No fewer than 500 children have benefitted from the “back-to-school” medical outreach organised by a non-governmental organisation, Helping Hands Community in Lagos, marking a significant step towards improving educational access and quality for students. 

At this year’s outreach held at Freedom Park located in Lagos Island area of Lagos State, the students got free school bags, books, stationery, writing materials, food items, and free medical check-ups. 

The Convener, Engineer Oladimeji Awofusi while speaking to journalists noted that the initiative which is now in its fourth edition, has transformed the lives of over 2,000 school students, equipping them with essential educational tools and igniting a passion for learning that will last a lifetime.

He said: “We are here to celebrate the kids. They’re getting ready to return back to school. We’re reaching out by giving back to the community. This is what we do every year. 

“We have been able to reach over 2,000 kids in the past four years. This is our biggest edition, so we’re reaching out to 500 students today with school supplies, backpacks, food, school materials. And we have a medical center over here and dental care, checking up their teeth and their vitals.”