Blue Gate Public Health Promotion Initiative

REPORT ON THE WORLD MALARIA DAY OUTREACH PROGRAM HELD AT OJOO TERMINAL, IBADAN, ON APRIL 25, 2026

To commemorate World Malaria Day 2026, Blue Gate Public Health Promotion Initiative organised a community outreach program for members of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) at Ojoo Terminal on April 25, 2026. The outreach aimed to promote malaria prevention, provide free malaria screening and treatment, and increase public awareness through health education and interactive activities.

The outreach team arrived at the terminal at approximately 8:50 a.m. to set up equipment and prepare for the day’s activities. The program officially commenced at 10:22 a.m. and was anchored by the Chief Executive Officer, Prof. Ademola Adelekan. In his opening remarks, he introduced the organisation, highlighted the objectives of the outreach, and outlined the activities scheduled for the event.

An opening prayer was offered by a volunteer member of the NURTW, while the opening speech was delivered by the Union Treasurer on behalf of the Chairman. In his remarks, he appreciated the Blue Gate team for organising the outreach and encouraged drivers, passengers, and other park users to actively participate in the screening and edutainment sessions.

The event featured two major components: malaria screening and treatment, as well as health edutainment activities. A total of 81 individuals participated in the malaria screening exercise, comprising 54 males and 27 females. Individuals who tested positive for malaria received free malaria medications. In addition, free medical consultations were provided for participants with other health concerns, and referral letters were issued to government health facilities for individuals requiring further medical attention.

The edutainment segment included games, dancing competitions, a malaria health quiz, and a non-dominant hand challenge competition. Winners of the malaria health quiz, health musical chair competition, and non-dominant hand games received prizes such as toothbrushes, toothpaste, detergent, bath soap, and hairbrushes. The first and second runners-up, recognised as “Malaria Champions,” received mosquito nets in addition to other prizes.

The Non-Dominant Hand Game Competition featured activities such as the bucket toss relay, water transfer relay, and ball transfer challenge, all of which were completed using participants’ non-dominant hands. These activities created an engaging platform for participants to share their knowledge about malaria prevention and treatment, while common misconceptions about malaria were addressed and corrected through health education sessions.

The outreach program concluded at approximately 2:30 p.m. with a closing remark delivered by the CEO, who appreciated all participants, volunteers, and NURTW officials for their cooperation and active participation throughout the event.