Banigo Tasks ngos, cbos On Cancer Reduction

Rivers State
Deputy Governor, Dr Ipalibo Harry Banigo, has urged Non-Governmental Organisations and Civil Society Groups to come up with templates that will assist government in reducing the prevalent cases of cancer in the country.
Banigo made the call when members of the Civil Society for Cancer Eradication in Nigeria, Rivers State chapter paid her a courtesy visit at Government House, Port Harcourt.
She stressed the need for early detection of cancer as well as proper education and enlightenment on the right type of food, regular exercises and weight reduction to prevent the spread of cancer related diseases.
The deputy governor, who called on organisations involved in the prevention of cancer to take their awareness campaigns to schools, communities and corporate organisations gave an assurance of government’s readiness to partner relevant agencies involved in effort aimed at reducing the spate of cancer pandemic in the society.
Banigo while commending the society for its humanitarian services noted with delight the sentiments expressed about the present administration, contending that the Governor Nyesom Wike-led government was poised to transform the state to an enviable status.
Earlier in her welcome address, the state Co-ordinator of the Civil Society for Cancer Eradication in Nigeria, Amb Mercy Gani Ajuka, had said the body, which is a coalition of different NGOs, is aimed at preventing, mitigating and eradicating cancer in the country.
She commended the state Governor, Chief Nyesom Wike for his effort towards enhancing the development and security of the state.