The wife of Zamfara State Governor, Hajiya Huriya Dauda-Lawal has declared war against the scourge of breast cancer in the State. This is even as she said ailment should not be left for the victims of the disease to shouldered alone.
To combat the scourge, the First Lady has sponsored 100 patients to conduct screening and surgery for breast cancer in the State.
This was disclosed by the First Lady during a cancer awareness campaign in Gusau on Monday.
The News Agency of Nigeria, NAN, reports that the awareness camping rally took off from Government House and ended at General Hospital Gusau.
Addressing the participants, Dauda-Lawal said, “Today, we walked together in solidarity. Proclaiming that ‘No one should face Breast Cancer alone’.
“We stand united in support of those affected. Honouring the strength of survivors and the memory of loved ones lost.”
The First Lady pointed out that with support from her husband, 100 selected breast cancer patients had been picked. They would undergo free screening and lumpectomy surgery in the State.
“I am proud to announce that my office has sponsored free breast cancer screening and lumpectomy surgery to 100 carefully selected women. And ensuring access to life-saving care for those who need it most.
“Let’s march forward, hand in hand, towards a better future. To support every individual facing breast cancer with hope, encouragement, and victory in the state,” the First Lady stated.
Daudaa-Lawal noted that she led a street walk to mark World Breast Cancer Day 2024 in the State. The event was joined by some NGOs, Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), and some government officials. The team trekked from the Government House to General Hospital Gusau.
NAN reports that at the General Hospital Gusau, the First Lady donated ₦3.5 million to the screening and surgery.
source: NAN
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