IDU commences 2025 community wellness outreach with free health screening, water intervention project

The Isale-Eko Descendants Union (IDU) has launched its 2025 Community Wellness Outreach, offering residents of all ages in Isale-Eko free health screening as part of efforts to promote healthier living across the community. The initiative, delivered in partnership with Iyewo Health, provides a comprehensive range of support services — including vital-sign checks, screening for communicable […]

The Isale-Eko Descendants Union (IDU) has launched its 2025 Community Wellness Outreach, offering residents of all ages in Isale-Eko free health screening as part of efforts to promote healthier living across the community.

The initiative, delivered in partnership with Iyewo Health, provides a comprehensive range of support services — including vital-sign checks, screening for communicable diseases, clean water distribution, as well as community health and safety awareness.

Addressing attendees at the Isale-Eko Day 2025 Community Wellness Outreach held at Isale-Eko House on Iga Idungaran Street, the Chairman of the Union, Adeniji Kazeem SAN, FCArb, highlighted the importance of shared responsibility in safeguarding public health within the community.

He stressed that stronger collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and mutual support are key to building a resilient environment where residents can live healthier and more fulfilling lives.

Kazeem also reiterated the value of preventive healthcare, noting that early detection and timely medical attention can significantly reduce the risks associated with many common illnesses. He encouraged residents to maximize the opportunity provided by the free screening exercise to stay proactive about their wellbeing.

“Let us also not forget the importance of access to clean water and sanitation. It is a basic right, but one that is often taken for granted. Our water outreach program is aimed at bridging this gap, and I’m glad we’re able to provide this service to you today,” the Chairman stated.

Reiterating the significance of Isale-Eko Day, Kazeem described Isale Eko as a foremost community that has produced many prominent figures and remains deeply rooted in rich cultural heritage. He explained that the annual celebration was established to honour the people and preserve their legacy by reuniting sons, daughters, and well-wishers of the community.

He added that, after a brief hiatus of one to two years, the event has returned with renewed energy and vibrancy, beginning with the Community Wellness Outreach and followed by the Community Walk scheduled for 14th December 2025.

“As a Union, we have always believed that the wellbeing of our community is paramount. We are not just about serving our members, but also about giving back to the community that has supported us over the years. That is why we remain committed to making a positive impact in the lives of those around us,” Kazeem added.

Representing Water Relief NG, Khadijah Okunnu-Lamidi stated that, over the past few months, Water Relief — through its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) framework — has remained committed to delivering sustainable water solutions across the first-tier priority sites identified by the Union.

With invaluable support from the Lagos Internal Revenue Service, she said five critical water points have now been fully upgraded, ensuring safe and reliable access to clean water for households and local businesses within the community.

While celebrating this milestone, Okunnu-Lamidi emphasized the need to confront the broader realities of the developmental landscape. According to her, efficient community service delivery requires the availability of affordable, locally produced water tanks — an objective that can only be achieved through deliberate government support for local manufacturers.

She noted that without accessible infrastructure, scaling up interventions becomes costly, and without scale, many communities will continue to remain underserved.

As part of preserving generational legacy and the rich culture of Isale-Eko, Mr. Lawon Adam, Chair of the 2025/26 Planning Committee along with other members, as well as Ms. Lanre Shasore, Culture Secretary, IDU, extended an invitation to the general public to register online for a well-curated Walking Tour of Isale-Eko on 14th December, 2025.