The Rotary Club of Lekki Golden has expressed heartfelt appreciation to its partners, sponsors, and members following the successful execution of its flagship Maternal & Child Health initiative, Project Safe Start on the 25th of July, 2025. The initiative, held in collaboration with Orchid Road General Hospital and BioSci Health Care, delivered critical healthcare support to women and children in underserved communities across the Ikota area, Lekki, Lagos, Nigeria,
In a statement signed by Club President, Rtn. Amb. Dr. (Mrs.) Christiana Okenla, the board commended the unwavering commitment of sponsors, medical partners, and volunteers whose collective efforts brought the vision of Safe Start to life.
“Your support has brought hope, health, and healing to countless families. Together, we’ve demonstrated what is possible when service meets compassion,” said Rtn. Okenla.
Key Impact Highlights of Project Safe Start:
• Distribution of 100 mosquito nets (adult and infant-friendly) to protect vulnerable families from malaria.
• Provision of 50 sickle cell screening kits, promoting early detection and better health outcomes for newborns.
• Launch of Dress a Dream, a heartwarming effort that gifted clothing to children in need.
• On-site health checkups for over 70 women, conducted by doctors and nurses from Orchid Road General Hospital, focusing on maternal wellness and preventive care.
This community-focused initiative reflects the Rotary International Area of Focus on Maternal & Child Health and underscores RC Lekki Golden’s unwavering dedication to creating sustainable impact where it matters most.
Rtn. Okenla further emphasized that this milestone would not have been possible without the synergy between the Club’s Golden Family, medical professionals, and the generosity of corporate and individual partners.
“You have not only contributed resources, but you’ve also inspired a movement of service and upliftment,” she added. “This is Rotary in action, real people creating real change.”
The Club reaffirms its commitment to future programs that champion health equity, education, and opportunity for vulnerable communities.
