NYSC Holds Free Medical Treatments In Ebonyi Community

The National Youth Service Corps NYSC in Ebonyi State,  has embarked on another Free Medical outreach in Onicha local government area of the State.

This was contained in the Address presented by the NYSC State Coordinator, Mrs Mercy Bamai Dawuda. She said, “The Health Initiative for Rural Dwellers (HIRD) is a carefully thought out and well packaged programme by the NYSC, targeted at bringing free medical care to the door steps of the indigent and vulnerable persons in our rural communities, who lack access to proper medical care as at when necessary.

Mr Faleye Abiola, a medical team member, who sensitised the rural dwellers on how to prevent malaria, said the HIRD Program has saved a lot of lives in the State.

The Town Union President of the Community, Mr Isaac Chukwu, also expressed joy over the kind gesture given to them.

Mr Awo Chibueze, a beneficiary, expressed Joy as treatment has commenced on his eyes.

The Coordinator appreciated  the Government and good people of Ebonyi State for their support to the NYSC Scheme and for providing a conducive atmosphere for the Scheme to thrive in the State.

She also thanked the NYSC Medical Team and Staff for making the program a success.