By Our Correspondent
National News – Over 3,000 residents in Ibadan, Oyo State, have benefited from a large-scale free medical outreach organised by City Changers Global.
The humanitarian health initiative, held at Glory Tabernacle Ministry in Ojurin, Bodija, attracted vulnerable residents from across the 11 local government areas that make up Ibadanland.
The outreach focused on providing free medical consultations, eye tests, dental services, prescriptions, and essential healthcare support to people who may otherwise struggle to afford treatment.
The programme, which began on Friday, witnessed a remarkable turnout of elderly residents, youths, and students seeking medical attention.
Medical professionals including doctors, pharmacists, optometrists, and nurses from the University College Hospital, Ibadan, joined other volunteers to deliver healthcare services during the outreach.
Organisers explained that the initiative aims to improve community health while supporting residents who lack access to quality medical care.
Speaking during the outreach, the medical team lead, Pharmacist Olaseni Sokunbi, revealed that more than 2,000 prescriptions were filled on the first day alone, while about 500 people received eyeglasses after undergoing free eye examinations.
According to her, optometrists and healthcare specialists are still attending to more residents as the outreach continues.
She described the public response as encouraging and expressed appreciation for the support from the Ibadan community.
Some beneficiaries also shared their experiences after receiving treatment.
Israel Akinola, an 11-year-old patient, said he had struggled with an eye condition for several years before attending the outreach.
Another beneficiary, Blessing Oluwole, explained that she informed her mother about the programme after hearing about it and was glad to receive treatment for a long-standing eye problem.
Others who received dental care and general medical check-ups praised the organisers for providing quality treatment free of charge.
President of City Changers Global, Matthew Oluwajoba, emphasised that government alone cannot meet all healthcare needs.
He encouraged philanthropists, religious leaders, and wealthy individuals to support humanitarian initiatives that address the needs of vulnerable communities.
