By Obianuju Isima
The Executive Director of the Anambra State AIDS Control Agency (ANSACA), Dr. Nkem Okeke, has congratulated the wife of the Anambra State Governor, Dr. Nonye Soludo, on her selection for the Public Health Innovation Award at the Africa Future Leadership Conference and Awards 11.0, scheduled for Nov. 20, at the Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos.
Dr. Okeke described the selection as recognition of Dr. Soludo’s advocacy for healthier living and community driven health initiatives, noting that sustained leadership and public engagement are essential to improving the well being of citizens.
He particularly commended her Healthy Living with Nonye Soludo initiative for promoting healthy lifestyles, encouraging community participation in interventions, including HIV awareness and prevention.
The ANSACA chief emphasised the need for stronger collaboration among government institutions, healthcare agencies, development partners and communities to expand access to essential services and improve health outcomes across Anambra State.
He reaffirmed ANSACA’s commitment to strengthening HIV prevention, testing, treatment and care, while ensuring that people living with HIV receive the support they need in an environment free from stigma and discrimination.
Dr. Okeke called on stakeholders to build on such advocacy by supporting effective programmes, deepening partnerships and extending essential services to underserved communities. He noted that collective action remains critical to achieving the state’s health goals and advancing the Solution Government’s commitment to the welfare of Ndi Anambra.
He wished Dr. Soludo continued success in her advocacy and efforts to improve the lives of residents across the state.
Obianuju Isima is of the Ministry of Information and Value Reformation, Anambra State
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