The Josémaria Escriva Foundation has pledged medical supplies and technical support to a team of health advocates from the Standing Committee on Public Health (SCOPH) of the Nigerian Medical Students’ Association, Ambrose Alli University Medical Students Association (AAUMSA), ahead of the 2026 World Malaria Day.
The commitment was made during a strategic meeting held on Tuesday, April 7, at the Foundation’s Ujoelen office. The Chief Responsibility Officer, Dr. Jude Obasanmi, hosted a delegation led by Local Public Officer, Osi-Momodu Rawdhahtull-Jannah, to discuss plans for grassroots health interventions in line with this year’s theme, “Accelerating the Fight Against Malaria for a More Equitable World.”
As part of its support, the Foundation donated two cartons of anti-malaria drugs, long-lasting insecticidal nets, and clinical gloves to the team. In addition, it pledged assistance with personnel branding materials, including banners, and the deployment of trained volunteers to support the outreach scheduled to hold in Irrua, Esan Central Local Government Area.
Speaking during the meeting, Dr. Obasanmi stressed the importance of collaboration and community engagement in achieving lasting impact.
“Informing community heads of the direct benefits of such outreaches is key to mobilization,” he said.
He also highlighted critical elements for sustaining advocacy efforts. “Volunteer motivation, meticulous reporting, and post-event gratitude are essential pillars for building long-term success in public health interventions,” he added.
The Foundation is currently conducting its own malaria outreach programmes in Akoko Edo and Igueben Local Government Areas of Edo State, demonstrating its ongoing commitment to reducing the disease burden across underserved communities.
Receiving the donated items on behalf of the team, Osi-Momodu Rawdhahtull-Jannah said the intervention aligns with the global campaign theme and would help address gaps in access to care.
She noted that the support would enable the team to reach vulnerable populations who often lack access to basic malaria diagnosis and treatment, thereby improving health quality at the community level.
Members of the delegation, including Gregory Bello-Arewa and Abigail Obozokhai, expressed appreciation to the Foundation for its support. They said the donated materials and professional guidance would significantly strengthen their capacity to deliver effective services during the World Malaria Day activities.