The Rotary Club of Onitsha, Anambra State, has donated various childcare items to the Basic Health Centre and Maternity, Onitsha, in support of nursing mothers.
Speaking during the donation on Saturday, the Club President, Mrs Joy Mbadugha, said the gesture was part of activities under the club’s Maternal and Child Health Care Project.
She noted that the initiative aims to promote the well-being of mothers and their babies by strengthening access to essential maternal and child health resources.
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She added that it was also to mark the beginning of the new Rotary service year.
She noted that the donation was made under the project theme, “Unite for Good”, and aligned with Rotary International’s values of service and community impact.
Items donated included: sanitary pads, baby weighing scales, baby care kits, diapers, soaps, wipes, and insecticide-treated nets, among others.
“Mothers should prioritise their health and the well-being of their children.
“This support is one way Rotary helps communities achieve that,” she said.
Mbadugha also highlighted other project activities, including health talks by Rotarians, educational sessions on postnatal care, Immunisation, child nutrition, and hygiene.
“In addition to the donation, we provided sanitary supplies to the facility and held discussions with staff to identify future areas of support,” she added.
The Head of the Centre, Mrs Chiamaka Ezenwaka, received the items on behalf of the facility and expressed appreciation to the club.
“We are grateful for this support and encourage the club to return for future collaborations,” she added.