Cholera Outbreak: AITEO Donates Medical Supplies to Nembe LGA
Nembe — In a significant gesture of corporate responsibility, AITEO, a leading oil company in the Niger Delta region, has donated medical consumables to the Nembe Local Government Area (LGA) as part of efforts to combat a recent cholera outbreak.
The Chairman of Nembe LGA, Hon. David Alagoa, alongside the Alternative Chairman of the Nembe Council of Chiefs, Hon. Bright Erewari, formally received the supplies during a brief handover ceremony held in the region. The items were presented by Mr. Ebi, the Community Liaison Officer (CLO) for AITEO, who reaffirmed the company’s commitment to supporting host communities during critical times.
Speaking during the event, Hon. Alagoa expressed profound gratitude to AITEO, commending the company for being the first oil firm operating in the region to respond to the health crisis. He noted that their timely intervention would go a long way in alleviating the burden on local healthcare facilities and residents affected by the outbreak.
“This donation shows AITEO’s commitment to the well-being of our people, and we are hopeful this partnership will extend to other critical areas of development in the region,” Hon. Alagoa remarked.
The cholera outbreak has raised significant health concerns in Nembe LGA, underscoring the urgent need for medical support and preventive measures. The donated consumables are expected to bolster the council’s efforts to curb the spread of the disease and provide relief to affected communities.
AITEO’s gesture is a beacon of hope for the residents of Nembe, reaffirming the importance of collaboration between private organizations and local governments in addressing pressing health challenges.
Hon. Bright Erewari also joined in applauding AITEO’s initiative, emphasizing the vital role such contributions play in fostering trust and goodwill between oil companies and host communities.
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The Nembe LGA leadership has reiterated its commitment to ensuring the judicious use of the donated medical supplies and called on other stakeholders in the region to emulate AITEO’s example by supporting ongoing developmental efforts.
As the cholera outbreak persists, the partnership between AITEO and Nembe LGA is a critical step towards improving public health and advancing the well-being of the people.
