Ondo State The government has reaffirmed its willingness to partner with relevant organizations to strengthen the reach and effectiveness of health-related messages, with a view to achieving an effective healthcare delivery system in the state.
The state Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Honorable Idowu Ajanaku, stated this in his office while acting as host to the Larva Source Management Advocacy Team, led by Mr. Ralph Onyilo of the Federal Ministry of Health.
The Commissioner, who commended the team for their interest in supporting efforts to protect the health and well-being of the people, explained the importance of strategic communication and public awareness in changing attitudes and encouraging citizens to take preventive measures against malaria and other diseases.
While highlighting the vital role of his ministry in disseminating information and raising public awareness on issues affecting the well-being of the people of the state, Ajanaku assured that he will provide full support to the team’s various intervention programs to make the state disease-free.
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Previously, Ralph Onyilo sought the support and collaboration of the state government to strengthen public awareness and education on malaria prevention and control.
He also highlighted the need for sustainable public awareness on malaria, in particular through effective dissemination of information capable of reaching vulnerable communities and groups.
According to him, increased awareness, early intervention and preventive measures remain essential to reduce the impact of malaria on families and communities.
The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Lanre Akarakiri, also stressed the importance of adequate coordination, credible information and sustained grassroots sensitization to achieve the objectives of the campaign.
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