The Ekiti State government has called on stakeholders to leverage their influence and networks to raise awareness and educate communities on malaria-related issues in the State

The Commissioner for Health and Human Services, Dr. Oyebanji Filani, made this call during a quarterly Advocacy Communication and Social Mobilization core group meeting focused on eliminating malaria in the state.

Dr. Filani emphasized that this strategic engagement is designed to reinforce the state government’s commitment to implementing effective malaria interventions at the grassroots level, particularly targeting children, pregnant women, and individuals of all ages.

He urged the people of Ekiti to prioritize personal and environmental hygiene and to remain vigilant and proactive in their efforts to combat and eliminate malaria.

Filani disclosed that sleeping under insecticide treated mosquito nets remains a veritable tool in the fight against malaria urging people of the State to develop the culture of the effective use of mosquito nets in the various homes

In her opening remarks, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Health and Human Services, Mrs. Olusola Gbenga-Igotun, highlighted that malaria remains one of the leading causes of death, stressing the need for comprehensive strategies to address it.

Stakeholders, including leaders of market women, artisans, drivers’ unions, religious leaders, representatives of development partners, and relevant MDAs, held extensive discussions on ending the scourge of malaria in the state.

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In her presentation, Mrs. Hope Okoboh from the National Malaria Elimination Programme noted that despite government efforts, malaria prevalence remains high in Nigeria.

She urged stakeholders to engage in extensive sensitization within their constituencies to educate citizens on the proper use of long-lasting insecticidal nets and other strategies to achieve a malaria-free Ekiti and Nigeria.