The Epe Local Government Council Area of Lagos state, in partnership with Medical Guild for Centenary, is set to offer the residents of the council free medical services in celebration of the organisation’s 100th anniversary.

The Chairperson of the Council Area, Princess Surah Olayemi Animashaun, noted that initiative would underscore her administration’s commitment to accessible healthcare and improved community wellbeing.

“Indeed, the collaboration with professional medical institutions will strengthen our capacity and commitment in the provision of healthcare services to our communities, as well bringing essential health services closer to the residents of our council in general,” Princess Animashaun said in a statement made available to News Express on Monday.

According to the Council Chairman, the healthcare outreach would offer free hypertension and diabetes screening and treatment, as well as eye examinations and free eyeglasses to affected patients, thus, BMI assessment, treatment of minor ailments, family planning services and Immunisation would also be offered.

She noted that the programme would be kicked off on Monday 19th, October, at the Epe Primary Healthcare Centre, by 8am, urging the residents to take advantage of the free medical outreach to access these services and prioritise their health care.

Princess Animashaun said that the collaboration reflected a shared commitment to preventive healthcare, early detection of illnesses and improved access to essential medical services.

“In fact, this collaboration exercise reinforced my administration as a people-centred development agenda, recognising that a healthier population is fundamental to a stronger, and more prosperous Epe,” the Chairman added.

Princess Animashaun noted that the council would remain committed to advancing community wellbeing through a purposeful leadership, strategic partnership and sustainable healthcare initiatives.