Refugee Commission, NGO launch cancer awareness in IDP Camps

The National Commission for Refugees, Migrants, and Internally Displaced Persons has partnered with the Cormode Cancer Foundation to address cancer in Nigeria’s IDP camps and host communities.
The partnership is aimed at establishing Cormode Cancer Champions Clubs in secondary schools across the country to educate young people about cancer prevention and early detection.
The Federal Commissioner for the Commission, Mr Tijani Aliyu, in a statement issued by the partners on Sunday in Lagos, said that the initiative also aimed to improve the health and wellbeing of displaced persons.
Aliyu also said that it would help to reduce the stigma associated with cancer and empower young people as advocates for cancer awareness.
“We are delighted to partner with Cormode Cancer Foundation to address the critical issue of cancer awareness in our IDP camps and host communities.
“This initiative aligns with our commitment to improving the health and wellbeing of displaced persons.
“By educating the youth about cancer, we aim to foster a healthier future and reduce the stigma associated with this disease.”