Introduction Malaria is a serious tropical disease that is caused by Plasmodium parasites, which are spread to people through the bites of infected female Anopheles mosquitoes. Although there has been a decline in the prevalence of malaria in the country, Nigeria still accounts for a high percentage of malaria cases globally. This data has necessitated the continuous campaign towards total eradication of malaria in Nigeria. World Malaria Day is observed annually on 25 April, to bring global attention to the efforts being made to bring an end to malaria and encourage action to reduce suffering and death from the disease. AYGF commemorated the 2023 World Malaria Day in two rural communities in the FCT. Objectives The main goal of the project was to contribute to the reduction of malaria prevalence in rural communities in Abuja. Specific objectives include: To increase the knowledge of rural dwellers on malaria prevalence To offer malaria testing services to community members To provide treatment to those who tested positive to malaria. ACTIVITIES AYGF marked the 2023 World Malaria Day with the following activities: Road show in collaboration with NMEP and other development partners. Ministerial press briefing organized by NMEP in collaboration with other development partners Community outreach to 2 rural communities in the FCT. The communities include: Zhilu Village, AMAC, Abuja and Sa Lugbeyi Village, AMAC, Abuja. Results 150 Long Lasting Insecticide Treated Nets were distributed to pregnant women and mothers with children 0-23 months across the 2 communities Over 200 community members across the 2 communities received information on malaria: causes, symptoms, prevention and treatment. 175 community members across the 2 communities were tested for malaria Antimalaria treatment was offered to 41 community members who tested positive to malaria. Chemoprophylaxis was offered to 36 community members who tested negative but showed signs of fever. The leaders of the 2 communities thanked AYGF for seleccting their communties as beneficiaries of this year’s WMD outreach and made commitments to ensure clean environments to reduce the prevalence of mosquito breeding sites that leads to malaria within the communities.
AYGF-ANRiN Project
The AYGF-ANRiN Project encompasses a vital component of counseling beneficiaries on optimal nutrition for maternal, infant, and young child well-being.With each service rendered, we take a significant stride towards achieving SDG 3.8: Universal Health Coverag@ossap_sdgsOur commitment to proper nutrition not only empowers individuals but also propels us towards a healthier, more sustainable future.
Impact Journey Of The AYGF ANRIN Project
The impact journey of the AYGF ANRIN project, supported by @worldbank in Kogi, Niger, and Katsina States is truly transformative. Since inception of the ANRIN intervention, we have provided over 3,545,000 vital services to 170 wards in 16 LGAs of Katsina, 111 wards in 10 LGAs of Kogi and 139 wards in 13 LGAs of Niger States. These services include Vitamin A supplementation, Albendazole, MNP, MIYCN, IFA, Deworming, ZINC/ORS, which are crucial nutrition support for pregnant women, lactating mothers and young children under the age of 5. These figures go beyond being mere statistics; they are a testament to the real impact we are making in the lives of the beneficiaries. Every Service provided is a step closer to ACHIEVING UNIVERSAL HEALTH COVERAGE SDG3.8 @ossap_sdgs and a brighter future for these communities. AYGF remains committed to empower vulnerable communities.
AYGF Food Exhibition
AYGF present at the Ready to Use Therapeutic Food Exhibition organized by @usaid. The team exhibited complimentary feed designed during the innovation training.The primary aim of this feed is to contribute to the effective management of malnutrition. This event provided an opportunity for AYGF to showcase their efforts and commitment towards addressing malnutrition challenges.
